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title: "Daily Crossword Quickie - Mon, 27 Apr 2026"
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published: "2026-04-27T00:00:00"
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# Daily Crossword Quickie - Mon, 27 Apr 2026

**Author:** biffspuzzles.co.za
**Date:** 2026-04-27
**Difficulty:** Easy
**Type:** Quick

By Daily Maverick · Published 27 April 2026, 02:00 SAST

[Solve this crossword on Daily Maverick](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/crossword/daily-crossword-quickie-mon-27-apr-2026-/)

## Across

- **A1.** Defect (4)
- **A5.** The Cape _____ is a forest tree with grey bark and purple berries (5)
- **A6.** Natural or artificial riverside embankment (5)
- **A7.** Beer not flavoured with hops (3)
- **A8.** One of a pair with which to kiss (3)

## Down

- **D1.** Perceive by touch (4)
- **D2.** Rank (5)
- **D3.** High value playing card (3)
- **D4.** Young dog (5)
- **D5.** Talk indiscreetly; let out secrets (4)