In this crossword, instead of entering the letters of the solution words in the order in which they appear in the word itself, enter them in alphabetical order. For example MOSAIC would be placed on the grid as ACIMOS.

Clues

Across

1. Yuletide drink
7. '60s love beads wearer
8. Confessional user
9. _______ as an ox
10. Steps loudly
11. Reliable

Down

1. Exit a cocoon
2. Rinsing (off), as a car
3. Making a choice
4. Kite-to-person connector
5. Rejects, as a lover
6. Like inconsistent attendance

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From Mensa Puzzle Calendar 2016 by Mark Danna and Fraser Simpson, Workman Publishing, New York. Puzzle for December 16.