Illustrator's goof Crossword Clue

• Negative attack on a political opponent

  New York Times · Monday, July 6, 2026 · 5 letters

• Spread, as cream cheese

  New York Times · Monday, June 29, 2026 · 5 letters

• Lipstick blunder

  New York Times · Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · 5 letters

• Mascara mishap

  New York Times · Monday, August 25, 2025 · 5 letters

• Calumniate

  New York Times · Tuesday, December 24, 2024 · 5 letters

• Besmirch

  New York Times · Wednesday, October 16, 2024 · 5 letters

• Bad-mouth

  New York Times · Sunday, September 15, 2024 · 5 letters

• Slander

  New York Times · Friday, September 6, 2024 · 5 letters

• Finger-painting smudge

  New York Times · Monday, August 12, 2024 · 5 letters

• Defame

  New York Times · Thursday, June 6, 2024 · 5 letters

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• 21-Down Type of badge
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