This crossword No. 16598 clues and answers were published on Tue 18 Jul 2023 and the puzzle can be visited by following The Guardian Quick Crossword No. 16598 link.
All Across Clues and Answers:
5-across – Object of an experiment : GUINEAPIG
8-across – Nose : CONK
9-across – Coalition : ALLIANCE
10-across – Skilful : ADROIT
11-across – Work in the kitchen : WASHUP
13-across – Parody : SENDUP
15-across – Place of worship : CHURCH
16-across – Flap hanging below the waist in formal male wear : COATTAIL
18-across – Domestic worker : MAID
19-across – Free from blame : EXCULPATE
All Down Clues and Answers:
1-down – Part of an unhealthy diet : JUNKFOOD
2-down – All in one piece : INTACT
3-down – Looking unwell : SALLOW
4-down – Oral exam : VIVA
6-down – Persist in spite of difficulties : SOLDIERON
7-down – Hair band : SCRUNCHIE
12-down – Person with whom one has a profound affinity : SOULMATE
14-down – Inscribed plate marking a notable person or event : PLAQUE
15-down – Muslim leader : CALIPH
17-down – Send an SMS message : TEXT
This crossword has in total 20 where 10 are across and 10 are down.