Subtle deception. Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Subtle deception last seen in Guardian Speedy 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 8 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is ARTIFICE.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% ARTIFICE Subtle deception (8) The Guardian Speedy Aug 4, 2018
3% FAKES Deceptive gridiron moves (5) LA Times Mini Sep 5, 2025
3% SMOKESCREEN Deceptive means of concealing the truth (11) The Times Concise Sep 2, 2025
3% NOD Subtle acknowledgment (3) New York Times Aug 26, 2025
3% RUSES Deceptive ploys (5) New York Times Mini Aug 24, 2025
3% CONTENDER Rival offer supporting deception (9) The Telegraph Cryptic Aug 14, 2025
3% HOAX Elaborate deception (4) USA Today Aug 13, 2025
3% CRAFTY Skilled in deception (6) (6) Mirror Classic Aug 7, 2025
3% NUANCE Subtle distinction (6) New York Times Mini Jul 28, 2025
3% SHAM Deception, or a fancy pillowcase (4)

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