The term 'tweaked, as crossword clues' can be summarized by the 6-letter word 'EDITED'. This term refers to the process of making changes or adjustments to a crossword puzzle's clues in order to make them more difficult or interesting. This is often done by adding additional words or phrases to the clues, or by changing the wording of the clues. Editing crossword clues is an important part of creating a challenging and enjoyable puzzle.