| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| VALID | Able to hold water? |
| retentive | (of a substance) Able to absorb and hold moisture |
| ability | the quality or state of being able ability of the soil to hold water |
| hold | be able to drink (alcoholic beverages) without becoming noticeably drunk can't hold your liquor |
| hold | be able to consume easily or without undue effect can't hold any more pie |
| stayers | A tenacious person or thing, esp. a horse able to hold out to the end of a race |
