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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Metaphor for a cover-up . 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 3 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is LID.
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| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | LID Metaphor for a cover-up | (3) | ||
| 3% | LOOSECANNON Nautically based metaphor for an uncontrollable person | (11) | The Times Specialist Sunday | Dec 14, 2025 |
| 3% | CANOFWORMS *Metaphorical container similar to Pandora's box | (10) | LA Times Daily | Dec 9, 2025 |
| 3% | CLOTHE Cover with a garment | (6) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Dec 9, 2025 |
| 3% | CRAW Metaphorical sticking point | (4) | USA Today | Dec 7, 2025 |
| 3% | GAITER Shoe covering | (6) | New York Times | Dec 7, 2025 |
| 3% | VINED Ivy-covered | (5) | Wall Street Journal | Dec 6, 2025 |
| 3% | STONY Covered with pebbles | (5) | Universal | Dec 3, 2025 |
| 3% | SLIMED Covered in goo | (6) | LA Times Daily | Dec 2, 2025 |
| 3% | BLEEP Cover-up for a curse | (5) | New York Times Mini | Nov 25, 2025 |
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