The Guardian Speedy puzzle clues 2017 Dec 03

• Achieve, make Crossword Clue
• Adult insect Crossword Clue
• Alfalfa Crossword Clue
• Crush, subjugate Crossword Clue
• Especially fine or decorative clothing Crossword Clue
• European currency replaced by the euro in 2002 Crossword Clue
• Fails to interest or excite Crossword Clue
• Loosen a grip; release Crossword Clue
• Makes an unpleasant or painful experience more palatable Crossword Clue
• Make (something) possible Crossword Clue
• Matter of debate Crossword Clue
• Minor prophet and book of the Old Testament Crossword Clue
• Movie of the same name starring Jean Simmons (1949) and Brooke Shields (1980) Crossword Clue
• Name applied to any of the four main Gospels Crossword Clue
• Of superior grade Crossword Clue
• Purposeful surveillance to guard or observe Crossword Clue
• Set of principles Crossword Clue
• Slang word meaning both marijuana and informant Crossword Clue
• Stretch of water between the North Sea and English Channel Crossword Clue
• Structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops Crossword Clue
• Underwriter, risk taker Crossword Clue
• Wild marjoram Crossword Clue