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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.
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | MESS Dirty state of affairs | (4) | ||
| 3% | QUO Status ___ (existing state of affairs) | (3) | ||
| 3% | CLEAN Not dirty | (5) | The Telegraph Quick | Jun 9, 2026 |
| 3% | RAG Dirty dusting cloth | (3) | ||
| 3% | OPINE State | (5) | The Telegraph Plusword | Jun 7, 2026 |
| 3% | SOIREE Fancy affair | (6) | New York Times | Jun 4, 2026 |
| 3% | GRIMY Dirty | (5) | Universal | Jun 3, 2026 |
| 3% | AVERS States | (5) | Wall Street Journal | Jun 3, 2026 |
| 3% | SOIL Dirty | (4) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | May 27, 2026 |
| 3% | BLUE Down-and-dirty (4) | (4) | The Guardian Cryptic | May 22, 2026 |
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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.