NY Times Crossword
May 13, 1996
Sidney L. Robbins (#1-3)

The answers to the clues below will have something in common.

1. Follow strict rules of politeness
2. Take advantage of an opportunity
3. No longer be able to escape the facts
4. Get down to business
5. Yo-yo trick

Answers:

1. Stand on ceremony
2. Jump at the chance
3. Run out of excuses
4. Skip the small talk
5. Walk the dog