Dirty state of affairs Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Dirty state of affairs . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 4 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is MESS.

Crossword Answer For Dirty state of affairs:

40 Potential Answers:

Rank	Answer	Length	Source	Date
98%	MESS Dirty state of affairs	(4)
4%	SITUATION State of affairs (9)	(9)	Mirror Classic	Jan 14, 2026
3%	STORMCLOUDS Ominous state of affairs (5,6)	(11)	Mirror Classic	Jan 23, 2026
3%	FILTH Dirty stuff	(5)	New York Times Mini	Jan 21, 2026
3%	WASHME Message on a dirty car	(6)	Universal	Jan 21, 2026
3%	CASE Affair of the bag (4)	(4)	Mirror Cryptic	Jan 20, 2026
3%	OTHERMAN Affair party	(8)	Newsday	Jan 17, 2026
3%	UNCLEAN Dirty relative with aunt, oddly	(7)	The Telegraph Cryptic	Jan 15, 2026
3%	LIAISON Love affair	(7)	The Telegraph Quick	Jan 11, 2026
3%	STY Dirty digs	(3)	LA Times Daily	Jan 10, 2026

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What is the answer of Dirty state of affairs Crossword Clue?

In this clue, "Dirty state of affairs" is a clever way of hinting at a situation that is chaotic or disorganized. The answer, "MESS," fits perfectly as it means a state of untidiness or confusion. In crossword puzzles, words can be disguised in creative ways to keep solvers engaged and challenged.