Crossword puzzle clue "the british invasion group with the hit long cool woman in a black dress"

HOLLY, an evergreen shrub having leathery, shining, spinous leaves and red berries

a long period of time, also AEON

ANIMAL, a living organism typically capable of voluntary motion and sensation

KINK, to form a loop or bend in

IDEA, a conception or a plan

FAINT, to lose consciousness