Simplification

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Across
  1. 3. banter
  2. 5. tranquilizer
  3. 7. lambast
  4. 8. sour
  5. 10. apprehensive
  6. 11. bombastic
Down
  1. 1. hogwash
  2. 2. translucent
  3. 4. easy job
  4. 6. declaration ritual
  5. 9. dying