Crossword clue

“Rub with oil, say”

This clue appeared as 96-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ANOINT
Letters6
Starts withA
Ends withT
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Rub with oil, say” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 15, 2026 as 96-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with A and ends with T, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Rub with oil, say” clue?+

The answer is ANOINT (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 15, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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