Daily large — 2026-08-12

Across

1. 2. Used to indicate a time in the past or future. (4)
2. 4. A Christian observance held during Holy Week. (8)
3. 9. Term of respect commonly used in American courtrooms. (9)
4. 10. Place to buy fresh sandwiches and cured meats (11)
5. 13. This New Zealand actor directed a documentary on farming (5)
6. 15. Past participle of a verb associated with nervous habits. (6)
7. 16. Belgian singer known for blending world music styles. (7)
8. 17. Person responsible for inking comic book illustrations (5)
9. 19. One who seeks to avoid reality or unpleasantness. (8)
10. 20. Term used in legal contexts for a refused application. (8)
11. 21. What you do when you quickly dip food in boiling water (8)
12. 22. Describes a spirit that cannot be overcome (11)

Down

1. 1. Preposition often used in phrases like 'under pressure' (5)
2. 3. The act of reversing a previous attachment or repair. (8)
3. 5. Popular choice for barbecue in many cultures (7)
4. 6. The title of a 1952 jazz composition by Charlie Parker. (8)
5. 7. A target for players in football or hockey. (4)
6. 8. Transporting goods between ports in the same country (8)
7. 11. Used to introduce a likeness or comparison in writing. (9)
8. 12. Drawn in a game, the one that determines the loser (10)
9. 14. Expresses a strong opinion against contrary views (7)
10. 17. Popular teen TV show featuring webcasts and friendship (6)
11. 18. The royal family's Norfolk residence. (11)