Sylla-Steps

by Dave Fisher

Using the clues, enter one of the word fragments (from the syllabary below) in each of the 32 boxes to form 8 four-syllable words. Each word fragment is used only once. When complete the letters in the two diagonal flights of stairs (shaded cells) will spell out a topical subject. I've entered one fragment to start you off.

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SYLLABARY

ATE AL COM AB DES I NA RI NI PER BRE SIC HY US A SION LE IM TRA RE TY MO AN MEND GE TEN BAL QUAR VI ZZI TE ED

Endorsed
Pain killer
One of twelve
Arrogance
Italian dish
Dancer
Cut short
High blood pressure
Answer:
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