Still a good idea

by Phelps Gates

     
         
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A.   be compassionate (3 wds)

B.   in the most unfavorable eventuality (3 wds)

C.   feature of many roadsters (2 wds)

D.   common pieces of dimensional lumber (3 wds)

E.   deferred purchase plan

F.   formal dress (2 wds)

G.   eponym of a small terrier

H.   calm

I.   observing (chiefly Brit.)

J.   briefly (3 wds)

K.   game involving brooms

L.   x and y, typically

M.   woman abducted by Zeus in the form of a bull

N.   Tulsa team in the short-lived United Soccer League

O.   former Japanese Prime Minister

P.   Lady Mountbatten

Q.   doodad

R.   having long hair

S.   its motto is Esto Perpetua

T.   puts out

U.   funding for politicians` pet projects