Do the work of a make-up artist?
Archive answer — August 21, 2026
23 Across
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“LIE” is the published 3-letter fill for 23 Across. Use the crossing letters in the grid below to verify how it fits.
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The Atlantic Crossword
This clue’s Friday, August 21, 2026 appearance
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Across
- 1. Fish in a spicy tuna roll
Answer: AHI
- 4. "You've got my attention"
Answer: IMSAT
- 9. ARMY member?
Answer: FAN
- 10. Result of some good annual reviews
Answer: RAISE
- 11. Action-comedy series about besties who go on the run
Answer: RIDEORDIE
- 13. Hunter that shines at night
Answer: ORION
- 14. Cars you might pull the plug on?: abbr.
Answer: EVS
- 15. Number of seasons for <i>Smallville</i>
Answer: TEN
- 16. Quick way to go?
Answer: RTE
- 17. "That's gotta hurt"
Answer: OOF
- 20. Place where ordering a dry martini would be ironic
Answer: SWIMUPBAR
- 22. "Greetings!"
Answer: HELLO
- 23. Do the work of a make-up artist?
Answer: LIE
- 24. Hypoallergenic-makeup brand
Answer: ALMAY
Down
- 1. Hairstyle that might hold a pick
Answer: AFRO
- 2. Wrap that helps prevent breakage
Answer: HAIRTOWEL
- 3. Many a Sundance entry
Answer: INDIEFILM
- 4. Pressing need?
Answer: IRON
- 5. Make less valuable, maybe
Answer: MAR
- 7. "To reiterate ..."
Answer: ASIVESAID
- 8. Some vacation souvenirs
Answer: TEES
- 12. Forever and a day, say
Answer: EON
- 16. One single bicep curl
Answer: REP
- 18. Boost
Answer: BUOY
- 19. Very French?
Answer: TRES
- 21. Citation style for the humanities: abbr.
Answer: MLA
The answer to “Do the work of a make-up artist?” in the The Atlantic Crossword is LIE — a 3-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 21, 2026 at 23-Across. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
“Do the work of a make-up artist?” answer
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Why does LIE fit?
LIE is the published 3-letter answer at 23-Across. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “Do the work of a make-up artist?” appeared?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Do the work of a make-up artist?”?
The answer is LIE.
How many letters are in the answer?
3 letters: LIE.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the The Atlantic Crossword for August 21, 2026 at 23-Across.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
Open the The Atlantic answers page for August 21, 2026 for the full grid and every clue.