Sets in motion (9)
Archive answer — August 12, 2026
1 Down
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“ACTIVATES” is the published 9-letter fill for 1 Down. Use the crossing letters in the grid below to verify how it fits.
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Mirror Classic Crossword
This clue’s Wednesday, August 12, 2026 appearance
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13 clues- 15Crib (3)
Down
13 clues- 1Sets in motion (9)ACTIVATES
Crossword clues, hints, and answers
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Across
- 3. Long complicated procedure (9)
Answer: RIGMAROLE
- 8. Hotel cook (4)
Answer: CHEF
- 9. Pertaining to two continents (8)
Answer: EURASIAN
- 10. Damage or weaken (6)
Answer: IMPAIR
- 13. Pinafore (5)
Answer: APRON
- 14. Slender breed of dog (7)
Answer: WHIPPET
- 15. Crib (3)
Answer: COT
- 16. Set aside for a particular purpose (7)
Answer: EARMARK
- 17. Spring bulb (5)
Answer: TULIP
- 21. Vocalist (6)
Answer: SINGER
- 22. Alcoholic appetiser (8)
Answer: APERITIF
- 23. Poses a question (4)
Answer: ASKS
- 24. 100th anniversary (9)
Answer: CENTENARY
Down
- 1. Sets in motion (9)
Answer: ACTIVATES
- 2. Lasting for a limited time (9)
Answer: TEMPORARY
- 4. Lacking vigour (5)
Answer: INERT
- 5. Ideal future husband! (2,5)
Answer: MRRIGHT
- 6. Prickly bloom (4)
Answer: ROSE
- 7. Fibber (4)
Answer: LIAR
- 11. Say sorry (9)
Answer: APOLOGISE
- 12. Latest news (4,5)
Answer: STOPPRESS
- 14. Chinese cooking pan (3)
Answer: WOK
- 15. Crunchy cube served in soup (7)
Answer: CROUTON
- 18. With reference to (2,3)
Answer: ASFOR
- 19. Fencing sword (4)
Answer: EPEE
- 20. Gravel (4)
Answer: GRIT
The answer to “Sets in motion (9)” in the Mirror Classic Crossword is ACTIVATES — a 9-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 12, 2026 at 1-Down. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
“Sets in motion (9)” answer
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Why does ACTIVATES fit?
ACTIVATES is the published 9-letter answer at 1-Down. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “Sets in motion (9)” appeared?
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- August 12, 2026 (most recent)ACTIVATES
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Sets in motion (9)”?
The answer is ACTIVATES.
How many letters are in the answer?
9 letters: ACTIVATES.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the Mirror Classic Crossword for August 12, 2026 at 1-Down.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
Open the Mirror Classic answers page for August 12, 2026 for the full grid and every clue.