Across
- 7. A sudden flow or arrival of something, often in large quantities.
- 8. Gradual wearing away of something, often by natural forces like water or wind.
- 9. The amount of space between two points or things.
- 10. The powerful effect or influence that something has.
- 12. A group of individuals born and living around the same time.
- 13. A layer in the Earth's atmosphere that absorbs most of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation.
- 14. Harm or injury that makes something less valuable or useful.
- 16. Relating to or characteristic of a particular area or neighborhood.
- 17. To guard or defend something from harm or damage.
- 19. The amount of moisture or water vapor present in the air.
Down
- 1. Fragile or easily broken; handle with care.
- 2. To maintain or keep something in its original state.
- 3. Money gained from a business or investment after expenses have been paid.
- 4. Relating to or involving the entire world.
- 5. Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
- 6. A chance or favorable circumstance for progress or advancement.
- 8. To inspire or give support to someone to do something.
- 11. To make sure that a rule or law is obeyed.
- 15. To draw or pull something in; to cause interest or admiration.
- 18. Someone who travels for pleasure or to explore new places.