This crossword No. 973 clues and answers were published on Sun 18 May 2014 and the puzzle can be visited by following The Guardian Speedy Crossword No. 973 link.
All Across Clues and Answers:
1-across – Conceal : HIDE
3-across – High standing : PRESTIGE
8-across – Inquisitive : NOSY
9-across – Praise, acclaim : ACCOLADE
11-across – Put at risk : JEOPARDISE
14-across – Cancel : REVOKE
15-across – Swimming costume : BIKINI
17-across – Garment passed on : HANDMEDOWN
20-across – Epitome : PARADIGM
21-across – Debatable : MOOT
22-across – Opening in floor or ceiling : TRAPDOOR
23-across – Small island : ISLE
All Down Clues and Answers:
1-down – Cause of a mistrial : HUNGJURY
2-down – Liquefy, melt : DISSOLVE
4-down – Withdraw : RECEDE
5-down – Imperfect : SHOPSOILED
6-down – Prayer leader : IMAM
7-down – Fencing sword : EPEE
10-down – Clumsy : CACKHANDED
12-down – Nervous, fearful : TIMOROUS
13-down – Short sketch : VIGNETTE
16-down – Slow movement : ADAGIO
18-down – Quarrel : SPAT
19-down – Operatic song : ARIA
This crossword has in total 24 where 12 are across and 12 are down.