Across 2. A small group of people, with shared interests or other features in common, who spend time together and do not readily allow others to join them. 5. Take in (information, ideas, or culture) and understand fully. 6. Arrive at (a fact or conclusion) by reasoning; draw a logical conclusion.

Down 1. A heated argument or disagreement, typically about a trivial issue and between people who are usually on good terms. 2. Comfort (someone) at a time of grief or disappointment. 3. Showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened. 4. (Of love or friendship) intimate and affectionate but not sexual.