Tarnish Crossword Clue

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Tarnish Crossword Answer

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MAR

(3 letters)

STAIN

(5 letters)

SOIL

(4 letters)

SULLY

(5 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. the state of being contaminated
(verb)
1. contaminate with a disease or microorganism
2. place under suspicion or cast doubt upon

Hint 2: Clue Definition

TARNISH (verb)
1. make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
TARNISH (noun)
1. discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

MAR
(3 letters)
STAIN
(5 letters)
SOIL
(4 letters)
SULLY
(5 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

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

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