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11ac Not as lacerated, gathering first of holly without spines (9). I think this is THORNLESS.
14d Mention supporting prince as priority (10). From the letters I have this must be PRECEDENCE. I can’t parse either of these fully - any suggestions as to why they’re correct ?

torn less - not as ;acerated

Which are your letters for PRECEDENCE? I can only see the Prince

P REFERENCE seems more likely

Thank you! Yes Preference fits.
Should’ve seen the torn less!