nothing but the truth

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Across
  1. 2. dutifully firm and unwavering
  2. 3. deep sorrow
  3. 6. a work of outstanding artistry
  4. 7. ease or laugh at in a scornful
Down
  1. 1. spending plan based on income and expense
  2. 2. make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.
  3. 3. in a brave or heroic manner
  4. 4. short for “situation comedy.”
  5. 5. absolutely necessary or important
  6. 8. giving rise or likely to give rise to public disagreement.