| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| NOR | ". . . .. the battle to the strong" |
| NOR | ". . . .. the battle to the strong": Ecclesiastes |
| RIGGS | Loser to King in the "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match |
| POPEYE | He's "strong to the finish" |
| RACES | Off to the ... (starting strong) |
| POPEYE | "Strong to the finish" toon |
| WESTER | Strong wind to the east |
| LEO | Strong-willed type, according to the stars |
