| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| prayerful | (of an action or event) Characterized by or expressive of prayer |
| forestalls | Prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking action ahead of time |
| forestall | Prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking action ahead of time |
| forestalled | Prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking action ahead of time |
| forestalling | Prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking action ahead of time |
| scandals | The outrage or anger caused by such an action or event |
| explained | Account for (an action or event) by giving a reason as excuse or justification |
| explaining | Account for (an action or event) by giving a reason as excuse or justification |
| explain | Account for (an action or event) by giving a reason as excuse or justification |
