How do you create a crossword?

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Veteran crossword puzzle creator Maura Jacobson has worked for New York magazine for decades and has legions of devoted fans.

Her love for the puzzles began as a young girl, following her father's love for crosswords.

She explained how she became a crossword creator.

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