Puzzle Notes

Greetings Crossword Nation Friends,

I hope that you are well on these last few days of July. 

In today's crossword, the position of the fifth themed answer is multipurpose and strategic. Not at all a "revealer" in the traditional sense -- but more like the final few words of a short story whereby loose ends are tied up and dissonances are resolved. Though 11-Down may suggest swift disciplinary action, our approach to puzzle-making is quite the opposite. Each week at this time, our aim is to provide a few minutes of diversionary respite from the day's problems and challenges. And since the Summer Olympics are underway, it's only fitting to holler, "Let the puzzle games begin!"

Welcome to Week 687 of Crossword Nation. We cordially invite you to solve "Let's Get Down to Business!" as your challenge of the week. Happy solving and take care! 

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Cruciverbally yours and with respect,

Liz

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But first ....

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Happy solving and be well!

Liz Gorski