Crossword clue

“Rig mishap”

This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Friday, August 7, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
OILFIRE
Letters7
Starts withO
Ends withE
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

Newsday Crossword
Aug 7, 20267 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Rig mishap” ran in the Newsday Crossword on August 7, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with O and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Rig mishap” clue?+

The answer is OILFIRE (7 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of August 7, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.

How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+

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