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The Clue
Smugness (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SMARM
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Notes
The answer SMARM is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1200 puzzles.
Related Clues
Some smug comments
Mawkishness
Oiliness
False flattery
Gushing flattery
Ingratiating behavior
Insincere earnestness
Trite sentimentality
Unctuous flattery
Definition
SMARM as a noun:
1. (unction, smarm, fulsomeness) = excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm