The End Justifies the Means

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Across
  1. 2. Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.
  2. 4. An agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.
  3. 7. Open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.
  4. 10. An action or system by which a result is brought about.
  5. 11. A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives.
  6. 12. A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.
  7. 14. Critical observation or examination.
  8. 15. Relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these.
  9. 16. Having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles and ideals.
  10. 17. Concerned with the principles of right and wrong behavior.
  11. 19. The cruel or violent treatment of a person or animal.
  12. 20. Intention or purpose.
Down
  1. 1. The state or quality of being worthy of respect or esteem.
  2. 3. A short saying stating a general truth or piece of advice.
  3. 5. The gradual destruction or diminution of something.
  4. 6. A result or effect of an action or condition.
  5. 8. The final part of something.
  6. 9. Attempt to explain or justify (behavior or an attitude) with logical reasons, even if these are not true or appropriate.
  7. 13. Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.
  8. 18. Show or prove to be right or reasonable.