Across
- 2. The time between sunset and sunrise when most creatures rest, marked by the absence of daylight, rhymes with "light," which is the physical phenomenon that enables sight and illuminates the environment.
- 4. A person whose presence induces monotony or indifference, often causing those around them to lose interest, rhymes with "more," something sought after when the current supply is insufficient.
- 5. A melodious sound produced by a bell or a set of bells, typically heard at regular intervals, rhymes with "time," the abstract concept that governs the order and flow of events.
- 6. A visible, gaseous part of a fire, typically characterized by heat and light, rhymes with "same," meaning identical or unchanged, especially in comparison to another object or time.
- 7. A coin of small value, often used in vending machines, rhymes with "time," the measurable progression of events that defines our experience of existence.
Down
- 1. A small, tangy citrus fruit, often used in drinks or cooking, rhymes with "rhyme," a technique in poetry where similar sounds are repeated, especially at the end of lines to create rhythm or musicality.
- 3. A layer of dirt, soot, or filth accumulated over time, often in urban areas or on neglected surfaces, rhymes with "rhyme," a poetic device where sounds correspond, especially at the ends of lines.
- 4. A small, often decorative object with a hole through it, used in jewelry or crafts, rhymes with "speed," which refers to the rate of movement or action, especially in competitive contexts.