Across
| Clues | Answers |
|---|---|
| 1a Big party | BASH |
| 5a Pricey variety of beef that translates to “Japanese cow” | WAGYU |
| 6a Unwelcome sound at 7 a.m., perhaps | ALARM |
| 7a Really make excited | REVUP |
| 8a Get ready (for) | PREP |
DOWN
| Clues | Answers |
|---|---|
| 1d Farm machine that bundles hay | BALER |
| 2d Plant used to make mezcal | AGAVE |
| 3d Pancake topper | SYRUP |
| 4d Prominent feature of a camel | HUMP |
| 5d Bend out of shape, as wood | WARP |