The Times Concise - Crossword Answers | 2024 05 09

The Times Concise

crossword answers

Clue	Answer
Outspoken, direct	FORTHRIGHT
STATE BENEFIT	DOLE
Like Stilton, eg	CHEESY
Wider impact of apparently localised events	ripple effect
Intricate ornamental pattern	TRACERY
INFLUENCED	AFFECTED
Disorderly pile	HEAP
CESSATION	STOPPAGE
DIFFERENCE OF OPINION	DISAGREEMENT
Decorative fold in a fabric	PLEAT
OLD TESTAMENT BOOK	PSALMS
REQUIREMENT	NEED
SOFT MINERAL	TALC
WATERING TUBE	HOSEPIPE
METALWORKER	SMITH
Provide reasons for	EXPLAIN
ISLAMIC HOLY CITY	MECCA
DEMON	FIEND
Defensive enclosure of upright posts	STOCKADE
Cider-like drink	PERRY