| Allowing no deviation from a standard |
STRICT |
| Ancient nation on the Nile |
EGYPT |
| As one, singers perhaps |
UNISON |
| Beyond normal limits |
EXCESSIVE |
| Black and white equines |
ZEBRAS |
| Came to an end |
CEASED |
| Cut away overgrown branches |
PRUNED |
| Fabric from the flax plant |
LINEN |
| Finish |
CONCLUDE |
| Fretting, anxious |
WORRYING |
| Grinding together, teeth perhaps |
GNASHING |
| Grow by adding to |
ACCRUE |
| Inhaled and exhaled |
BREATHED |
| Interrogate or express doubt about |
QUESTION |
| It's also new in India |
DELHI |
| Jumps or springs suddenly |
LEAPS |
| Keep someone entertained |
AMUSE |
| Liturgical shout of praise |
ALLELUIA |
