ALPHABET SOUP
The crossword on this and the next two pages has two independent sets of clues: “Hard” and “Easy.” First, fold this page back on the dashed line so the clues below face the solving grid on page 69. If you use only the Hard Clues (appearing below and continuing under the grid), you’ll find the puzzle uncommonly challenging. If you want help, or prefer a less severe challenge, open to the Easy Clues (tucked in beneath your fold on page 68).
HARD CLUES
ACROSS
1 THIS HERE IRON SENT
11 Loco
18 Straw hat
24 Annulled
25 Refined
26 On the go
27 Job application info
28 Surprise hit
29 Put on ___ (make famous)
30 Rubs down
31 Turns inside out
33 Avengers
35 Highest musical note of yesteryear
36 ___ Mutual Friend
37 Sneakily avoided responsibility
40 Stable diet?
