AS THE WORD TURNS
Chicago Tribune Crossword
Willy A. Wiseman

The answers to the clues below involve "perfect" anagrams - that is, two words that are exact reversals of each other. The reversal of the answer word will form a common phrase. For example, given the clue "Hints on skewer use," the answer would be BARBECUE TIPS. TIPS reversed would give BARBECUE SPIT. #4 has two perfect anagrams.

1.Goes to a diner just for cake
2. Parlors frequented by moles
3. Masqueraded as Satan
4. Prize for the best marijuana
5. Issued a strong product condemnation

Answers:

1. DESSERTS OUT (stressed out)
2. BEAUTY STOPS (beauty spots)
3. LIVED IN DISGUISE (devil in disguise)
4. POT REWARD (top drawer)
5. REVILED THE GOODS (deliver the goods)