Crossword clue

“Covered in grease”

This clue appeared as 6-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
OILY
Letters4
Starts withO
Ends withY
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Covered in grease” ran in the USA Today Crossword on July 29, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with O and ends with Y.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Covered in grease” clue?+

The answer is OILY (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of July 29, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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