Daily hard — 2026-09-05

Across

1. 1. Phrase meaning an agreement is final and binding. (11)
2. 3. Anatomical openings that serve various functions in the body. (8)
3. 4. Abbreviation for a registered company, often non-profit. (3)
4. 10. Common phrase when recalling a person's name (12)
5. 12. Type of anchor used in masonry or drywall (9)
6. 15. Miniature vehicles that run on grooved tracks (8)
7. 17. What you do to share a message online. (11)
8. 20. To decorate something vividly with designs or words. (9)
9. 22. Organised groups of horses for competitive events (10)
10. 23. Resident of a green New England state (9)
11. 24. Official language alongside Greek and Turkish on its home island. (7)
12. 25. In a hurry or at great speed (7)

Down

1. 2. What one might do when startled or frightened by something (11)
2. 4. Slang term for being out of work and claiming benefits (9)
3. 5. Term used in libraries for displaying music publications (9)
4. 6. Famous parodist and musician with a distinct voice. (8)
5. 7. To a large extent, as often said in conversation. (10)
6. 8. Star tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL. (5)
7. 9. Experiences a lack of confidence in a situation (9)
8. 11. To speak with great ambition or bravado. (8)
9. 13. Election slogan for those in favour of a measure (8)
10. 14. He coordinates closely with the White House and media. (11)
11. 16. Absorb the atmosphere or experience fully. (9)
12. 18. Legal action against someone usually begins by doing this. (12)
13. 19. Technical issue that can occur in electrical systems. (11)
14. 21. Mentioning famous people in conversation for effect (11)