“Caution: Wet ___” NYT Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? P
2 ? A
3 ? I
4 ? N
5 ? T
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a sign that warns you to avoid touching something that might stain your clothes.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      ????? is a colored substance applied to surfaces to protect, decorate, or add color.

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      The phrase 'Caution: Wet ___' is commonly seen on signs warning people about freshly applied ????? that is still drying. The blank is typically filled with the word '?????' to indicate the surface is not yet dry.

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      Coat material, Area inside the free-throw line, in basketball slang, refresh a room, perhaps, Colorful coat, Colorful coat material?

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “”Caution: Wet ___”” in the New York Times puzzle January 13 2026 is PAINT. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT crossword challenge with this solution.

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