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BWS Puzzle 61: Themeless #2

Here's a 66-word themeless puzzle. I hope the clues make you think a little bit, and maybe some will make you smile, as well. I chuckle at the juxtaposition of 15-Across on top of 17-Across, and I also like the clues for 5-Down, 12-Down, and 57-Across.

I feel very much out of the loop with crossworld lately and, just in general, pretty overwhelmed with work and life and everything going on in the universe. If you're feeling the same, I hope a puzzle (maybe even this one) can provide you some helpful and satisfying mental respite.

And best wishes to everyone participating in ACPT this weekend. Solvers: may your words flow smoothly and quickly from brain to paper! Constructors: may your puzzles receive nothing but praise and admiration!

Anyway, enjoy the solve, and share if you do! Constructive feedback in the comments is always welcome.

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  1. QuiaraApril 5, 2022 at 4:42 PM

    Fun and clean! What a combo. VERY nice 15s.

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    1. Brendan W. SullivanApril 7, 2022 at 9:56 AM

      Thank you so much, Quiara! I know you to be a prolific and discerning solver, so your encouragement means a lot 😀

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