“Anti-friction fluid” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.LUBE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Anti-friction fluid”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 18, 2026, where it runs at 51 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Aug 18, 2026 grid50AIt has its x's and y's7 ltrs›56AIconic number from "The Phantom of the Opera" ... or an apt title for this puzzle15 ltrs›62AStory of one's life?4 ltrs›65AHot4 ltrs›
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