The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word BASTE which also is the latest solution we found used in LA Times in 2023.
Butter up, in a way crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| BASTE | 100 % | 5 |
Why may BASTE be the right solution?
The answer "BASTE" is the right solution because "basting" is a cooking technique where you brush or pour liquid (such as melted butter) over food while it is cooking to keep it moist and add flavor. Therefore, "buttering up" in a way can be achieved by basting.
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Butter up, in a way
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- flatter
- aries
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- butters
- churn
- steps
- step
- rise
- break
- channels
- furl
- man
Crossword Answer definitions
BASTE verb- To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.
- A basting; a sprinkling of drippings etc. in cooking.
- To sprinkle flour and salt and drip butter or fat on, as on meat in roasting.
- (by extension) To coat over something.
- To mark (sheep, etc.) with tar.
- To beat with a stick; to cudgel.
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