The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word DERRICKS which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 1973.
Oil-drilling needs crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| DERRICKS | 100 % | 8 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Oil-drilling needs
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- derrick
- rig
- spud
- drill rig
- drilling rig
- oil rig
- oilrig
- platform
- roughneck
- petroleum
- drill bit
- drilling bit
Crossword Answer definitions
DERRICKS noun- A device that is used for lifting and moving large objects.
- A framework that is constructed over a mine or oil well for the purpose of boring or lowering pipes.
- A hangman.
- To hoist with, or as if with, a derrick.
- To remove (a pitcher).
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