Illusion in a desert Crossword Clue
While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Illusion in a desert crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on January 24 2026 USA Today Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Illusion in a desert has a total of 6 letters.
| Rank | Answer | Clue | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99% | MIRAGE | Illusion in a desert | USA Today |
Definition
| • | An optical effect, sometimes seen on the ocean, but more frequently in deserts, due to total reflection of light at the surface common to two strata of air differently heated. The reflected image is seen, commonly in an inverted position, while the real object may or may not be in sight. When the surface is horizontal, and below the eye, the appearance is that of a sheet of water in which the object is seen reflected; when the reflecting surface is above the eye, the image is seen projected against the sky. The fata Morgana and looming are species of mirage. |
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- USA Today: Jan 24, 2026
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