Family Game Night

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Across
  1. 2. Covered in a blanket of snow, reflecting the winter atmosphere of the evening.
  2. 7. Final feeling after a well-played round, marked by light-hearted teasing.
  3. 9. Brief and poignant ocular connection, significant despite its fleeting nature.
  4. 10. A growing sensation experienced through shared activities and cheerful surroundings.
  5. 11. A manifestation of goodwill, exchanged amidst lingering tension and warmth.
  6. 13. The locus of warmth, radiating comfort and encouraging storytelling.
  7. 14. Twinkling illuminations reflecting off polished surfaces, embodying collective cheer.
  8. 17. A moment of self-realization during a game, leading to newfound respect.
  9. 18. Playful remarks about burgeoning chemistry, adding awkwardness and excitement.
  10. 19. Holiday canine, chaos on four legs; his accessory rings with his every bound.
  11. 20. A central source of warmth, evoking ancient gatherings during the winter solstice.
  12. 21. Emotion transmuted through ritual, connecting beyond mere warmth.
  13. 23. An unuttered commitment, delicately imparted between feelings of hope and apprehension.
  14. 24. The result of an accidental hot cocoa mishap, leading to laughter and cleanup.
  15. 25. Release of tension, found in shared joy and personal achievement.
  16. 26. Ebullient expression of festive joy that reverberated during the gathering.
Down
  1. 1. A newfound feeling of inclusion, experienced amidst shared games and laughter.
  2. 3. Victorious participant, unexpectedly emerging ahead in a competitive game.
  3. 4. Celestial ornament repurposed for a playful game, shining at the center of festivities.
  4. 5. A Nordic sensation of comfort and coziness, unexpectedly experienced.
  5. 6. Festive circular adornment symbolizing eternal renewal and warmth.
  6. 8. An extended hand, initially hesitant but ending firmly in acknowledgment.
  7. 11. Laughter, unexpected and unguarded, sparked by a lighthearted mishap.
  8. 12. Silhouetted enactment, a mimicry of the intangible in a spirited setting.
  9. 13. Emotional state when romantic implications were playfully hinted during charades.
  10. 15. Celebratory acknowledgment for a victory thought improbable.
  11. 16. Decorations used during games, sparking conversations about holiday traditions.
  12. 22. A playful self-portrait taken while dressed in festive attire, celebrating the moment.