For Wednesday 3/25

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Across
  1. 4. The _______ Canal is a marvel of civil engineering that uses a complex system of locks to lift ships eighty-five feet above sea level to cross the Continental Divide.
  2. 5. Feta is another Mediterranean staple that is aged in brine, giving it a tangy and crumbly profile that is essential for a classic ______ salad.
  3. 7. Louis_______ , known as "Satchmo," was a foundational figure in jazz who transformed the genre with his innovative trumpet playing and gravelly vocals.
  4. 9. The Paloma is a popular alternative that uses _____ soda and a pinch of salt, offering a tarter and more effervescent flavor than a standard Margarita.
  5. 10. The Margarita is a refreshing Mexican-inspired cocktail that traditionally combines tequila, fresh ______ juice, and orange liqueur in a salt-rimmed glass.
Down
  1. 1. ________ is a rustic Italian bread that was actually invented in nineteen-eighty-two as a response to the overwhelming popularity of the French baguette. The name means "slipper" in Italian, referring to its long, flat, and somewhat irregular shape that is perfect for making sandwiches.
  2. 2. ___________ is a unique semi-hard cheese from Cyprus that is famous for its high melting point, allowing it to be grilled or fried until crispy.
  3. 3. Franklin D. ________ was the only American president to be elected to four terms, leading the United States through both the Great Depression and World War II.
  4. 6. _________ Nurmagomedov is a legendary retired mixed martial artist from Dagestan who finished his professional career with a perfect record of twenty-nine wins and zero losses.
  5. 8. The ______ Tower is a communications and observation spire in the Minato district that was inspired by the Eiffel Tower but stands thirteen meters taller.