Puzzle 8

Rapped, banged on a door.

Smooth beach stones.

The S in CITES, the treaty that protects animals.

Small fastening device that is secured with a key.

Buddies, pals.

Deal __, impediment to coming to an agreement.

Italian pastry tubes with sweet ricotta filling.

Of __ Men, Steinbeck story.

__ of hand; nimbleness in magic tricks.

Nicked, stole, or nipped the skin.

Political events; motor racing contests.

Singers Nancy or Frank.

Wolf __, noise emitted suggesting elicit conduct.

Running after, perhaps one's tail or a passing car.