The Times Concise - Crossword Answers | 2024 05 09

The Times Concise

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