| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| BLOT | Spot or stain | |
| TACHE | A spot, stain, or blemish. | |
| SMUTCH | A stain; a dirty spot. | |
| TAINTURE | Taint; tinge; difilement; stain; spot. | |
| MACULATORY | Causing a spot or stain. | |
| DISCOLORATION | A discolored spot; a stain. | |
| BLACK | A stain; a spot; a smooch. | |
| SPLOTCH | A spot; a stain; a daub. | |
| MACULATE | To spot; to stain; to blur. | |
| TAINT | A blemish on reputation; stain; spot; disgrace. | |
| TATCH | A spot or stain; also, a trick. | |