Crossword 2nd draft

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Across
  1. 2. "hold up, let him cook"
  2. 3. Tool for digging or a suit in a deck of cards
  3. 4. Kota students prefer this to despair
  4. 7. Scientific study of prehistoric organisms preserved in rocks
  5. 8. a group of kittens
  6. 10. ____ issue
  7. 11. Modern slang for someone overly devoted or infatuated
  8. 13. A light brown or yellowish-gray color, often used in decor
  9. 16. Wily desert dweller known for its haunting howl
  10. 17. A respectful title for a man, often used in formal address
  11. 19. Ritual platform for ceremonies or sacrifices
Down
  1. 1. Tiered structure often seen in East Asian temples
  2. 3. Neurotransmitter often linked to mood regulation and happiness
  3. 5. Table salt
  4. 6. Leader of the Indian National Army during the freedom struggle
  5. 9. Island known for its unique wildlife and cartoon characters
  6. 12. Greek Horseshoe
  7. 14. Sturdy footwear that covers the ankle or higher, often worn for protection
  8. 15. An action involving a button or surface
  9. 18. Pattern of beats in music or movement