Daily large — 2026-08-11

Across

1. 1. Name for a product often tossed in with clothes in a tumble dryer. (10)
2. 4. Fictional vessel captained by Captain Hook in a classic tale (10)
3. 6. One of OneRepublic's popular songs from 2007. (12)
4. 8. Stylish outfits known for flamboyant patterns and bold colours. (9)
5. 9. This ancient puzzle fascinated mathematicians like Al-Khwarizmi. (11)
6. 11. Team behind the scenes in a theatre production (9)
7. 12. Vital sign often checked during a medical examination. (9)
8. 16. Language designed to promote products or services. (7)
9. 18. Subculture celebrating enthusiasts of technology and fiction. (11)
10. 19. Title of a nostalgic track by the band The Black Keys (12)
11. 22. Beverage often enjoyed with breakfast (11)
12. 23. Phrase often used in the context of the gig economy and side jobs. (9)
13. 25. Capital city of the state that shares a name with a famous German chancellor. (10)
14. 26. Type of ensemble commonly found in churches and schools (11)

Down

1. 2. Scientific term for those with enhanced taste bud density. (11)
2. 3. Permit needed to leave a country legally (8)
3. 5. Political contest for a legislative position in the US (10)
4. 7. Describes something that is very keen or pointed. (10)
5. 10. Movement advocating for embracing textured locks without chemicals (11)
6. 13. Electronic nuisance that floods inboxes with ads (7)
7. 14. Iconic character created by Sanrio in 1974. (10)
8. 15. Famous pianist known for his interpretations of Chopin. (10)
9. 17. Renewable energy sources that harness the wind. (12)
10. 20. Lyric from a song reflecting nostalgia for old relationships. (11)
11. 21. Flashy attire linked to the Los Angeles riots of 1943. (8)
12. 24. A term for the vapour that comes from burning marijuana. (8)