Crossword puzzle of the week

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