Answers for Friday, October 23, 2026
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Across
1. Picnic pest
ANT
4. Enjoy a book
READ
6. Birthday treats
CAKES
8. Take a break
REST
9. Where clouds float
SKY
Down
1. Rainbow shape
ARC
2. Close by
NEAR
3. Grabs
TAKES
5. Homework spot
DESK
7. Pig's pen
STY
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