Daily hard — 2026-10-26

Across

1. 1. Sudden changes in feelings, often experienced in life (10)
2. 5. What brass players might warm up on before a concert. (11)
3. 8. Resembling a central figure of Christianity (10)
4. 9. What knights often wore for protection in battle (9)
5. 11. Tool that mimics the sound of a duck quacking. (8)
6. 12. Small bags for carrying personal items or trinkets. (9)
7. 14. Medical specialty focusing on the urinary system. (7)
8. 17. Term used in nautical contexts for adjusting the angle of a sail (6)
9. 20. This term refers to doctrines derived from a 4th century BC thinker (12)
10. 21. Lacking energy or vitality, often due to overindulgence. (6)

Down

1. 2. Metal devices known for their strength and precision. (10)
2. 3. To change to a lower gear in a vehicle (9)
3. 4. Antique storage units often seen in British tea culture (10)
4. 6. People fighting for a cause, often in a violent way (9)
5. 7. What you must do when faced with multiple options. (8)
6. 10. Moves swiftly or violently through the air (7)
7. 13. Rule used in some tournaments to determine a winner during extra time (10)
8. 15. Historically, a carefree individual during a festival, often in literature (7)
9. 16. Recognition or certification awarded for achievement or service. (7)
10. 18. A mysterious spin delivery in cricket (6)
11. 19. A pouting expression often seen in portraits. (4)