1 across. More precipitous. 7 letters.
8 across. Disc – artificial shiny fabric, used to line clothes. 7 letters.
9 across. Sensible. 7 letters.
10 across. Pump up. 7 letters.
11 across. The Holy Grail, for instance. 5 letters.
13 across. Donors, etc (anag) – mixed (with). 9 letters.
15 across. Ancient Greek citadel. 9 letters.
18 across. Pieces ‘of’ it were silver. 5 letters.
21 across. Captivated. 7 letters.
22 across. Energy pipeline. 3 letters and 4 letters.
23 across. It helps one see through a mask. 7 letters.
24 across. (Make) amends. 7 letters.