Negative attack on a political opponent Crossword Clue
Looking for the answer to “Negative attack on a political opponent” from the New York Times crossword of July 6, 2026? It has 5 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.
Crossword answer
NEW YORK TIMES, JULY 6, 2026
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SMEAR is the answer to “Negative attack on a political opponent”. It means to spread with a sticky, greasy, or dirty substance.
Hints
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Hint 1 Meaning
To spread with a sticky, greasy, or dirty substance.
Hint 2 Anagram
Its letters, scrambled: MRESA.
Hint 3 Another clue
It has also been clued as “Spread false accusations about”.
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Questions
What is the answer to “Negative attack on a political opponent”?
SMEAR, 5 letters: to spread with a sticky, greasy, or dirty substance.
When was “Negative attack on a political opponent” last seen in a crossword?
In the New York Times crossword of July 6, 2026.
How many letters does the answer have?
5 letters, starting with S.