Crème De La Crème

Where only the best make the cut
This puzzle celebrates excellence, spotlighting iconic examples and defining qualities across pop culture, sports, and human achievement.
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Across

  • 2A
    Cornerstone of a strong foundation
  • 5A
    Defining section of a story
  • 7A
    Studio musician's plug-in, for short
  • 8A
    Impeccably tasteful
  • 9A
    Signature flair

Down

  • 1D
    Inner workings of an expert
  • 2D
    Audacious courage
  • 3D
    Film footage that was left on the cutting room floor
  • 4D
    Actress Dunst, of "Spider-Man" fame
  • 6D
    Parisian soccer superclub, briefly