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Crossword 278: In Outer Space

Evelyn De Morgan, Earthbound
Evelyn De Morgan, Earthbound

Two weeks ago, you’ll recall, I headed off for my native planet, from which, some years ago, I was sent in an effort to save the terrestrial crossword from becoming a dreary echo-chamber of self-congratulatory hipster citation, tribal signaling, and celebrity fandom.  My mission was to lead by example away from such folly.  I did my best, but I’m afraid I’ve failed.  Someday maybe I’ll go back and try again.  Meanwhile, here, via the interstellar internet, is another puzzle.


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278 In Outer Space