1 across. They can be a form of shorthand. 13 letters.
8 across. Neat – edging. 4 letters.
9 across. Musical instrument played without physical contact. 8 letters.
10 across. Province on Canada’s eastern seaboard. 4 letters and 6 letters.
12 across. One may be first, second or third, grammatically. 6 letters.
14 across. Hanging flower cluster. 6 letters.
15 across. Place for fire drill? 5 letters and 5 letters.
19 across. It indicates direction of travel. 8 letters.
20 across. Pivot point. 4 letters.
21 across. It’s often used to assess whether one’s overweight. 4 letters, 4 letters and 5 letters.