Crossword clue
“Smear to excess”
This clue appeared as 41-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersSeen 2 times
SLATHERLetters7
Starts withS
Ends withR
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Smear to excess” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 28, 2026 as 41-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with S and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Smear to excess” clue?+
The answer is SLATHER (7 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on October 28, 2026.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
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