Across
- 1. based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.
- 4. a fierce or destructive attack.
- 7. a drawn contest : DEADLOCK
- 10. abnormal drowsiness
- 12. cancel or postpone the punishment of (someone, especially someone condemned to death).
- 13. (of organic matter) decaying or rotting and emitting a fetid smell.
- 15. saturated with liquid, especially water; soaked through.
- 16. bad-tempered and unfriendly.
- 17. a small group of trees.
- 20. contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous.
- 21. lack of power, strength, or vigor : WEAKNESS
Down
- 2. a meeting at an agreed time and place, typically between two people.
- 3. having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell.
- 5. the fact or quality of being more merciful or tolerant than expected; clemency.
- 6. abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food.
- 8. to reduce in amount, degree, intensity, etc.; lessen; diminish
- 9. showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
- 11. spread through and be perceived in every part of.
- 14. to influence or entice by soft words or flattery
- 18. (of a person or their behavior) unconventional and slightly strange.
- 19. a bold manner or a show of boldness intended to impress or intimidate.
