Daily alphabet — 2026-08-14

Across

1. 2. Affirmative response often heard in French conversations (7)
2. 9. Notable for their lack of content, these might not hatch (9)
3. 11. Established by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 (8)
4. 12. This child garnered media attention for his quick thinking in 2023. (9)
5. 15. Musical instrument often associated with children’s toys. (9)
6. 17. Regulation on the minimum or maximum age allowed (8)
7. 18. Term often used for a book that has been cherished or loved (8)
8. 19. A textile item often found in homes, especially near stoves. (8)

Down

1. 1. One who cultivates gardens or fields. (7)
2. 3. Membership document for a trade organisation (9)
3. 4. What young men might say they enjoy (8)
4. 5. Physical comedy often seen in silent films by actors like Chaplin (9)
5. 6. Dishevelled hair after waking up in the morning (7)
6. 7. Magazine created by fans for fellow enthusiasts. (7)
7. 8. This fiery character appears in many stories and is a symbol of temptation. (8)
8. 10. Mythical spirit often found in forests or groves. (9)
9. 13. Term for a quick-witted person often found in literature. (8)
10. 14. Rapid discharge from a military firearm (9)
11. 16. Complimentary term for a well-behaved pet. (7)