| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| GILD | Attempt to improve the lily |
| initiatives | A proposal made by one nation to another in an attempt to improve relations |
| initiative | A proposal made by one nation to another in an attempt to improve relations |
| tinkering | Attempt to repair or improve something in a casual or desultory way, often to no useful effect |
| gild | to add unnecessary ornamentation, a special feature, etc., in an attempt to improve something that is already complete, satisfactory, or ideal |
| GILD | Try in vain to improve a lily |
