Daily easy — 2026-10-06

Across

1. 1. Term for a gathering of avian species in flight (12)
2. 3. Modern term for an avatar used in digital profiles (10)
3. 4. A mantra encouraging honesty and integrity in life. (11)
4. 7. People who achieve success later in life. (12)
5. 8. Ceremony where college players enter the professional league (8)

Down

1. 2. A phrase describing someone no longer young. (11)
2. 5. Common phrase for saying work is available or needed. (7)
3. 6. Body modification often associated with alternative culture. (7)