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The Hindu Crossword No. 9261

Across

 1 Stupefied that editor on a point, took back his word (7)

 5 Laying items on the wall boards (7)

 9 Scan a magic formula (5)

10 Butcher shows singular hilarity (9)

11 A hollow cry from a companion for whiskey (6)

12 Note, member in vehicle has an urgent message (8)

14 Again fixed to receive stolen goods (5)

15 Legal non-payment of tax? (9)

18 Made from berries and reserved for certain senior church officers? (5,4)

20 Some need to pick a subject for discussion (5)

22 One of a very great number reputedly showered down in April (8)

24 Has a burning desire to study in art (6)

26 An ill-equipped vehicle (9)

27 Out of old city was born a prosperous residential area (5)

28 Portugal producer caters to effectiveness of drugs in all its ranges (7)

29 Meet Rex in disguise at a most remote place (7)

Down

 1 The deputy head is to demand dismissal (9)

 2 Nothing Nero does to us is oppressive (7)

 3 It coils sinuously or may be invited to take action (9)

 4 Bribe given when in rush (4)

 5 Less than life-size mannequin? (5,5)

 6 U.S. officer, sports it on shoulder (5)

 7 Taking direction, animal doctor ran to meet an experienced soldier (7)

 8 Got a bird for two less than the allotted shots (5)

13 African oil processed for a U.S. division (10)

16 Put off fellow cleaner (9)

17 Easily roused and once could have been quoted (9)

19 Arrange to bribe novice copper in small portions (7)

21 Take for granted he has to quietly take possession again (7)

22 Cuts down crop of newly formed pears (5)

23 Left Germany to make earthenware in Holland (5)

25 Get your feet moving towards the outdoor entertainment (4)

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