| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| were | past plural and present subjunctive of be |
| do | ed with the infinitive without to to form present and past tenses expressing emphasis I do say do be careful |
| are | present indicative plural of be |
| TENSE | Can be past or present |
| TENSE | It can be past or present |
| TENSE | It may be past or present |
| TENSE | Can be past present or future |
| TENSE | It may be past, present, or future |
| TENSE | It can be past or present, in grammar |
| laurel | to be content with one's past or present honors, achievements, etc. |
