Spot likely to smear NYT Crossword Clue

By Date: DEC 5, 2025 Follow on Google

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The most common and recent 8-letter answer for "Spot likely to smear" is ATTACKAD.

The clue plays on the dual meaning of 'spot' as both a place and a brief advertisement. An 'attack ad' is a type of advertisement likely to smear or criticize someone, often seen in political campaigns.

This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 05, 2025.

An attack ad is a type of advertisement that aggressively criticizes or undermines a competitor or opponent.

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The answer to “Spot likely to smear” in the New York Times puzzle December 5 2025 is ATTACKAD. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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