| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| CREPTUP | Gradually approached, with "on" |
| LEDUP | Approached gradually, with "to" |
| VERGED | Approached (with "on"). |
| serotiny | remaining closed on the tree with seed dissemination delayed or occurring gradually serotinous cones |
| HOMED | ... in on (approached) |
| HOMED | ... in on (approached a target) |
