| Joint |
ANKLE |
| Lovable |
CUTE |
| Mad — fireworks |
CRACKERS |
| Official in charge of funds |
TREASURER |
| Secure (anag) — release |
RESCUE |
| Seller of textiles |
DRAPER |
| Sleeveless pullover |
TANKTOP |
| Spree, often made at public expense |
JUNKET |
| Swindle |
RIPOFF |
| Tough and uncompromising |
HARDNOSED |
| Twelve dozen |
GROSS |
| Very important |
CRUCIAL |
| Was a candidate for election |
STOOD |