Spark from fault with steering mechanism, say (9) Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Spark from fault with steering mechanism, say (9) last seen in Guardian Cryptic puzzle. 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 9 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is SCINTILLA.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% SCINTILLA Spark from fault with steering mechanism, say (9) (9) The Guardian Cryptic Aug 7, 2025
6% FLAW Fault (4) LA Times Daily Jun 3, 2026
5% ROTE Mechanical memorization (4) New York Times Jul 7, 2026
5% COX Steer (a boat) (3) The Telegraph Quick Jul 6, 2026
5% REF Fault decider (3) Newsday Jul 3, 2026
5% BOSON Particle in quantum mechanics (5) The Washington Post Mini Jul 3, 2026
5% ELUDE Steer clear of (5) Thomas Joseph Jun 30, 2026
5% ANAL Fastidious to a fault (4) USA Today Jun 27, 2026
5% TOOREAL Honest to a fault (7) Wall Street Journal Jun 27, 2026
5% GREASER Mechanic (7) (7) Mirror Quick Jun 25, 2026

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