"Cracking the Clues: Feb. 12 Crossword Challenge"

Today's crossword puzzle, constructed by Kelsey Dixon and Kate Chin Park and edited by Hoang-Kim Vu, is featured in Defector's crossword series in partnership with AVCX, with puzzles running every Monday. Kelsey and Kate, both crossword constructors and puzzle editors, have had their puzzles published in various prestigious venues. If you're interested in submitting a puzzle, you can find the guidelines on Defector's website.