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Try your hand at this crossword, known for its, well, universal themes, clues, and answers. (You could spot nods to both the Beatles and Beyoncé).

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<h3>Rules</h3>Solve each clue, across and down, by typing the correct answer into the corresponding squares.You’ll start in Expert mode. You can switch over to Casual Mode by pressing the lightbulb icon in the top right corner of the game and then selecting the “Casual” toggle. Doing so will prevent you from receiving Achievements, leveling up, and more.In Casual mode, incorrect letters are shown in red. Click the lightbulb in the upper right corner to reveal letters, words, or the entire puzzle.In Expert mode, all hints are disabled.&nbsp; &nbsp;<h3>Controls</h3>On mobile: When you start typing, the associated clue will display under the grid. Cycle through the clues by tapping the left and right arrows. The squares for the clue’s answer will be highlighted in the puzzle for you.On desktop: Click any square to make it active. The associated clue will become highlighted in the clue list. Click a second time to change the clue direction.To fill in an answer, activate a square and start typing. You’ll automatically be moved to the next square as you type. You can replace an incorrect letter by typing over it or deleting it.You can also select clues directly from the clue list. The squares for its answer will be highlighted in the puzzle, and the first square for the answer will be active.&nbsp;Desktop keyboard shortcuts:<ul><li>ARROW keys will change the active letter</li><li>SPACE BAR will change directions between down and across letters</li><li>DELETE or BACKSPACE will delete a letter</li><li>TAB will move to the next clue</li><li>SHIFT + TAB will move to the previous clue &nbsp;</li></ul><h3>Scoring</h3>Your score equals the time spent solving the puzzle. &nbsp;

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