Crossword puzzle of the week
Across
- 5. (up): To study hard (British origin, used in US).
- 7. To flee or run away quickly (popularized by Civil War).
- 8. Courage, initiative, good sense (also "gumption").
- 9. An exclamation of excitement or joy.
- 12. A foolish or gullible person.
- 13. Run: An exclamation of approval, like "hurrah!" or "good!" (from the battle).
- 14. Someone who doesn't pay debts.
Down
- 1. Confused or bewildered.
- 2. An exclamation of annoyance.
- 3. To deceive or trick someone.
- 4. U.S. paper money (popularized during Civil War).
- 5. A corpse or a person who is stiff/dull.
- 6. the elephant: To gain worldly experience, often through rough situations.
- 10. Nonsense, trickery, or a hoax.
- 11. the make: Ambitious and looking for personal gain.