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| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | SPERMACETI Waxy substance obtained from a whale's head, formerly used in cosmetics. candles, etc (10) | (10) | ||
| 53% | ERST Formerly, formerly | (4) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Nov 20, 2025 |
| 53% | SHEABUTTER Fat obtained from the tree <i>Vitellaria paradoxa</i>, often used in cosmetics | (10) | The Times Specialist Sunday | Nov 2, 2025 |
| 50% | DIM Like the light from a candle | (3) | ||
| 50% | TOE "From head to ___" | (3) | ||
| 50% | KAPOK Cotton-like substance used to stuff cushions etc | (5) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Sep 29, 2025 |
| 50% | PARAFFINWAX Substance used in candles | (11) | The Telegraph Quick | Feb 26, 2018 |
| 50% | SEALANT Waxy substance | (7) | ||
| 50% | CERATE Waxy substance. | (6) | ||
| 50% | PARAFFINE Waxy substance. | (9) |
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