Paraphrasing

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Across
  1. 3. comprehend
  2. 5. advantage
  3. 7. barrier
  4. 8. skill
  5. 10. empty
  6. 11. international
Down
  1. 1. rate
  2. 2. pride
  3. 3. straightforward
  4. 4. adept
  5. 6. crucial
  6. 9. delay