Guardian Quick Crossword
Guardian Quick Crossword Answers & Hints - October 8, 2026
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Puzzle date
October 8, 2026
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Clue index
All Across and Down clues
Across
1.Chief troublemaker10 letters7.On edge7 letters8.Natural disaster5 letters10.Charlotte and Emily’s lesser-known sister4 letters11.Pick of the guitarists?8 letters13.Cognoscente – specialist6 letters15.Increase in intensity6 letters17.Hamlet’s location8 letters18.Lad’s companion?4 letters21.The Artful Dodger was one5 letters22.Pick up7 letters23.Not anticipated10 letters
Down
1.(Item) broadcast again5 letters2.When mad dogs and Englishmen go out4 letters3.In conclusion6 letters4.Fake, insincere8 letters5.Self-promoting enterprise7 letters6.Time for a prenup?10 letters9.Smaller than previously10 letters12.Render motionless8 letters14.Project or play7 letters16.Soft spot for a peach?6 letters19.So as to be audible5 letters20.Mark of a dalmatian4 letters
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Common questions
Guardian Quick answer FAQ
Are these answers for October 8, 2026?
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