keeping quiet

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Across
  1. 3. For once, the poet wishes for no communication through this medium.
  2. 5. Those in the cold sea would not harm these creatures.
  3. 7. The feeling of unity among all humans is anticipated in the stillness.
  4. 8. The man gathering this would take notice of his injured hands.
  5. 11. A profound quiet might help us understand ourselves better.
Down
  1. 1. The absence of these mechanical devices is part of the envisioned still moment.
  2. 2. This is something the poet hopes will be absent during this quiet time.
  3. 4. The man collecting salt would finally observe the pain he endures.
  4. 6. The moment of stillness is described as being unusual and different.
  5. 8. Those who prepare for conflict might walk peacefully in this with their brothers.
  6. 9. The poem mentions different types of these that involve conflict and destruction.
  7. 10. These large marine animals would be safe from harm during the quiet.