Across 5 clues
1.
Laboratory items (4,5) View →
TEST TUBES
First letter:
6A.
In the past (3) View →
AGO
8A.
Permanent design on the skin (6) View →
TATTOO
First letter:
11A.
Dare any health resort claim that all its residents are? (4,3,6) View →
HALE AND HEARTY
First letter:
14A.
Ruler held up by extra-strong opposition (4) View →
TSAR
First letter:
Down 6 clues
1D.
Canvas roof supported by a frame (6) View →
AWNING
First letter:
3D.
Ready to wear (3-3-3) View →
OFF-THE-PEG
First letter:
7D.
It's terrible ___ and not quite legitimate (5) View →
AWFUL
First letter:
9D.
Get on one's feet and be beaten? (5,2,4) View →
STAND TO LOSE
First letter:
10D.
Lace tied in a way that's dainty (8) View →
DELICATE
First letter:
11D.
Harps on about being some sort of unfortunate children (7) View →
EXECUTES
First letter:

Puzzle Information

Publication: Irish Daily Mail

Date: August 11, 2025

Day: Monday

Easy Difficulty

Quick Solving Tips

  1. Start with the shortest answers
  2. Look for common prefixes (UN-, RE-)
  3. Check crossing letters for help
  4. Consider the theme if mentioned
  5. Monday puzzles typically have easy difficulty