Crossword puzzle clue "they may be found in sneakers"

ODOR, any smell, whether fragrant or offensive, also ODOUR

LACE, to draw together two edges with a cord

CHIP, to break a small piece from

AMOEBA, (Greek) a one-celled animal of ever-changing shape, also AMEBA

ANSWER, to say, write, or act in return

ATHLETE, a competitor in contests of strength and speed, also ATHLETA