This crossword appeared in The Week magazine on 13 December 2025. You can play it in our app or subscribe to receive the print magazine.
ACROSS: 8 Harrogate 9 Erne 10 Patina 11 Maldives 12 Comedian 13 Errand 14 Apostle 17 Atheist 20 Carpet 22 Alehouse 25 Startled 26 Theist 27 Hide 28 Nectarine
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DOWN: 1 Cheapo 2 Trainees 3 Somali 4 Farming 5 Hell-bent 6 Senior 7 Infernos 15 Plantain 16 Let alone 18 Esoteric 19 Haddock 21 Porter 23 Entrap 24 Sussex
Clue of the week: Chemist quick to bandage injury (8)
Solution: PHARMACY (harm Inside pacy)
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