| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| ELABORATED | Worked out carefully |
| DEEPLAID | Carefully worked out and kept secret. |
| CASES | Checks out carefully |
| RATION | Parcel out carefully |
| CULLED | Picked out carefully |
| VETS | Checks out carefully |
| DOLED | Dispensed carefully, with "out" |
| GAMEPLAN | Carefully thought-out strategy |
