The CXO Times Crossword #9 - Apr 2026

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Across
  1. 4. Bird often seen as a sign of spring.
  2. 7. Holiday known for jokes and pranks on April 1.
  3. 10. Colorful insect commonly seen in spring.
  4. 12. Warm weather beginning to return in April.
  5. 14. Item used during rainy April days.
  6. 16. Season filled with blooming flowers and warmer weather.
  7. 19. Baby birds often associated with springtime.
  8. 20. Colorful arc often seen after spring rain.
  9. 21. Weather commonly associated with April.
  10. 23. Feeling many people get during spring.
  11. 25. Sneezing and itchy eyes caused by pollen.
  12. 26. Animal commonly linked to Easter.
  13. 27. Young plants beginning to grow.
  14. 28. Small pools of water left after rain.
Down
  1. 1. The fourth month of the year.
  2. 2. Open grassy field filled with flowers.
  3. 3. What flowers begin to do during spring.
  4. 5. Full of flowers and new growth.
  5. 6. Environmental holiday celebrated on April 22.
  6. 8. Place where many begin planting flowers and vegetables.
  7. 9. Spring holiday celebrated in April many years.
  8. 10. Describes cool spring winds.
  9. 11. Bright spring flowers that bloom this month.
  10. 13. Popular Easter activity for children.
  11. 15. Sport that begins its season in spring.
  12. 17. Toys often flown during windy spring days.
  13. 18. Simple flower often seen blooming in April.
  14. 22. Outdoor meal enjoyed during warmer weather.
  15. 24. Becomes earlier as days get longer.
  16. 28. Soft colors commonly associated with springtime.