The Times Concise - Crossword Answers | 2024 05 09

The Times Concise

Clue	Answer
Wider impact of apparently localised events	ripple effect
OLD TESTAMENT BOOK	PSALMS
Outspoken, direct	FORTHRIGHT
Provide reasons for	EXPLAIN
Intricate ornamental pattern	TRACERY
INFLUENCED	AFFECTED
Disorderly pile	HEAP
SOFT MINERAL	TALC
STATE BENEFIT	DOLE
Decorative fold in a fabric	PLEAT
WATERING TUBE	HOSEPIPE
METALWORKER	SMITH
CESSATION	STOPPAGE
DIFFERENCE OF OPINION	DISAGREEMENT
Like Stilton, eg	CHEESY
REQUIREMENT	NEED
ISLAMIC HOLY CITY	MECCA
DEMON	FIEND
Defensive enclosure of upright posts	STOCKADE
Cider-like drink	PERRY