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Astro-Graph WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2020 Forward Dustin ACROSS 36 Beatles hit whose title DOWN 1 They’re usually is sung after “She’s in 1 Tiny bit of gel crunched love with me and ...” 2 Big-name celeb 5 Falls in torrents, say 39 Beethoven work for 3 Big brewski 10 Reach the Candy seven instruments 4 Lion king? Castle last, in Candy 42 ___ leaf beetle (tree 5 Zebras at Lions Land pest) games? 14 Word of woe 43 Beehive, e.g. 6 Terrier’s sound 15 Weasley family’s owl 47 Poe’s middle name 7 One of George 16 Tehran’s land 48 Uncouth Gershwin’s brothers 17 Menu 50 Cartoon chihuahua 8 Antivirus software 19 Strong who voiced 51 Sentry’s job brand Timmy Turner 53 Speed skater Ohno 9 Streamlined Garfield 20 Poles and Ukrainians 55 Pittsburgh winter hrs. 10 On, as a lamp 21 Summer top 56 Person who’s always 1 1 S t u m p e r s ? 23 Indent key fake? 12 Big name in desserts 24 Make up (for) 57 Texting icon 13 Allows 25 Did major damage 58 Battleship successes 18 Rake ___ the coals 22 Consumed 28 Spy novelist Deighton 60 “Schitt’s Creek” star 24 What’s added to 29 Actor Wilson 64 For all time “carte” 31 Hour that rhymes with 65 Stuck together 25 Wear down “wee” 66 Cold drink at 26 Ready for action 32 Hera’s violent son a theater 27 What Brexit exits 34 Sometimes-strapless 67 Successor of 30 Help with a holdup Dilbert garment Claudius 33 Instrument in 35 Candy brand with 68 Sounds like a pig Hindustani classical orange wrappers 69 Other, in Oaxaca music 35 Lens holders 37 Wards (off) 38 Chef Bobby 39 Female grouse 40 Slippery 41 Dish that holds many sushi rolls 44 Attribute to others, as one’s feelings 45 Drop off Crankshaft 46 Sean Lennon’s mom 48 Puffy clouds 49 Indistinguishable 52 The “D” in UCSD 54 Roosevelt’s affliction 57 Extremities 59 Full theater sign 61 Word after “flare” or “laser” 62 Startled cry 63 Vote of support Look for the crossword answer in today’s advice section Blondie ASTRO-GRAPH WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2020 forward. A change at home or to a meaningful Adopt the latest trends and stay ahead of the partnership will help ease a stressful situation. competition. Do the research necessary to help Physical activity is encouraged. you save money and get the best deals possi- AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Look for a posi- ble this year. Focus on progress, and be ready tion or business arrangement that will allow to do the work and put in the time. Personal you to use your skills to bring in more cash. gain, love and physical fitness are favored. Personal training, physical challenges and LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Verify information you romance are priorities. receive before sharing it with others. You’ll PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Slow down. If you make a difference if you work meticulously and push too hard or too fast, you’ll fall short. Avoid are mindful of others. Love, romance and self- controversy at home and with close friends or improvements are favored. relatives. Strive to get things done on time. Beetle Bailey VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You will succeed if ARIES (March 21-April 19) Listen and you are practical and intent on doing your best. observe, but don’t buy into someone else’s Your diligence will win you praise as well as re- plan. Consider what you can do on your own wards. Don’t sacrifice your dreams for anyone and how best to use your skills to get ahead. or anything. Romance is favored. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Clear up uncertain- TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You know what ties that stand in your way. Take a peaceful you need and want. Set your sights and approach, even if someone else raises his or standards high. Consider who is on your side her voice. Handle things with care. and who isn’t. Align yourself with like-minded SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Before you make people and reach for the stars. an investment, be sure you can afford to put GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Don’t buy into your money on the line. Look for safeguards to gossip. Verify everything you hear and look for ensure that you only have to deliver what you secrets, motives and underhandedness before agreed to do. you get involved in a joint venture. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Don’t let CANCER (June 21-July 22) An innovative Frank & Ernest someone manipulate you. Find common approach to business deals and your personal ground and a way to make your experience life will help you excel. Share your thoughts to better. Romance is favored. Keep making tweak someone’s interest. Don’t let a challenge progress. stand in your way. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Review an exciting prospect and formulate a plan to move Copyright 2020 by United Features Syndicate, Inc. The Family Circus Moderately Confused Arlo & Janis Alley Oop Dennis The Menace Lockhorns Marmaduke Herman The Born Loser.
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