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Anyway, a tough one this week, I think. Am I right to think that 10a starts with a C and ends in double-S?
Who is (the) US woman in 1d, someone specific, or a more general sense? Anagram of NEED for the last four letters, perhaps?
Also need hints for 8a and 6d. Thanks all...
Andy