Block that metaphor!

by Phelps Gates

       
         
         
       
       
         
         
       
       
         
       
         
                                         

A.   device used to vary the intensity of a light

B.   second-largest city in Japan

C.   former German port on the Baltic

D.   unexpectedly (4 wds)

E.   German philosopher (1844-1900)

F.   the Appalachian Trail, for example

G.   wine connoisseur

H.   expression of dismay, for Charlie Brown

I.   improve

J.   astrobiologist supporter of panspermia

K.   in pursuit of urban entertainment (3 wds)

L.   quick parry in fencing

M.   most nimble

N.   craving

O.   candid

P.   tourist attraction in the Bronx (2 wds)

Q.   2010 Kevin Rudolf rap hit (3 wds)

R.   sew again

S.   uprising by Arabic speakers

T.   1983 Sean Connery film (4 wds)

U.   caught sight of

V.   portrayer of Mr. Kitzel (2 wds)

W.   pelagic fish, usually of family Scombridae

X.   personal possessions

Y.   cocktail favored by Don Draper of Mad Men (2 wds)

Z.   residence of slain Norse warriors

AA.   grave inscription

AB.   opposes