Blot Crossword Clue

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Blot Crossword Answer

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SMUDGE

(6 letters)

DAUB

(4 letters)

DABAT

(5 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. apply (usually a liquid) to a surface
2. hit lightly
(noun)
1. a light touch or stroke
2. a small quantity of something moist or liquid

Hint 2: Clue Definition

BLOT (noun)
1. an act that brings discredit to the person who does it
2. a blemish made by dirt
BLOT (verb)
1. make a spot or mark onto
2. dry (ink) with blotting paper

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

SMUDGE
(6 letters)
DAUB
(4 letters)
DABAT
(5 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
BAD

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