Daily alphabet — 2026-09-06

Across

1. 1. Musical instrument often associated with children’s toys. (9)
2. 4. Excitement often felt at a party or event (7)
3. 8. Times when one is not working or performing. (9)
4. 10. Airline known for its tulip logo and Dutch origins (9)
5. 12. Famous Beatles song about acceptance (7)
6. 13. A popular beauty trend for enhancing manicures (7)
7. 14. Star of the original Hawaii Five-O series. (8)
8. 16. Emergency alert system being rolled out in Australia. (8)
9. 17. Neglected to participate in an event or activity (9)
10. 18. To remove liquid by channeling it away. (9)
11. 19. Phrase used to describe indulging in something delicious. (9)

Down

1. 2. Phrase indicating strong affirmation or assurance. (9)
2. 3. Acting with passionate commitment to a cause or belief. (9)
3. 5. Type of fat considered healthy for the diet. (7)
4. 6. Strong and muscular, often used in descriptions of physique. (7)
5. 7. Filip with a recent victory over Moses Itauma for a belt (7)
6. 9. This name is associated with a historic British automotive firm. (6)
7. 11. French word for fourteen, often seen in counting. (8)
8. 15. Letter representing the highest city authority (8)