Crossword Clue:

A very long time or a hint to the starts of the answers to the five starred clues

AnswerCrossword Clue
AGESA very long time ... or a hint to the starts of the answers to the five starred clues
TIESBinds ... or a hint to the starts of the answers to the six starred clues
SIXFLAGSPopular day trip destination ... or a hint to the starts of the answers to the starred clues
SAYCHEESE"Smile!" ... or a hint to the ends of the answers to the five starred clues
ITSATRAPWarning cry ... or a hint to the beginnings of the answers to the five starred clues
THREEINAROWTic-tac-toe win ... or hint to the starts of the answers to the starred clues