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18a Got the okay from the post 5, 2, 8 ????? ?? ??????E? (not sure about the E)
27a how slow it is to rise out of its shell 8 ??????S?
15d Such are the flaws that give cause for concern 10 (I have weaknesses)
press the button and you'll get a start ????M

27 Tortoise?

18 . . Stamp of approval

Bit confused by the clue for 15 . .

rheumatics/ rheumatism

Thanks to all for help much appreciated