Christmas this year

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Across
  1. 4. When one is better than the other.
  2. 8. Written explanation defending a placing
  3. 10. Clothing item worn by judges during official contests
  4. 12. When things aren't as bad as they seem.
  5. 13. Confirms what you observed, double check your answers.
Down
  1. 1. How something is built, feet and legs.
  2. 2. Minimal time is spent here, but important to look sharp.
  3. 3. Depending on size could be a dinner plate.
  4. 5. A direct comparison of livestock.
  5. 6. Type of cattle evaluated for muscle, finish, and structure
  6. 7. Footwear, count the letters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, hint: not onclouds.
  7. 9. Type of swine evaluated for longevity, structure and function.
  8. 11. Comfortable, practical, part of the swag.