Rash guards?

TALCS

["Here’s a helpful hint for the clue \"Rash guards?\" with the answer \"TALCS\":\n\n**\"Powders that might soothe skin irritation.\"**\n\nThis hint guides the solver toward the idea of powders used for skin care without directly giving away the answer. It’s easier than the original clue but still requires a bit of thought to connect to \"talcs.\""]

Certainly! Here's a clear and concise explanation of the clue and answer: **Clue:** "Rash guards?" **Answer:** "TALCS" **Explanation:** This clue is a playful example of a cryptic crossword definition. The word "rash" can mean both an irritated skin condition and, in a different context, "hasty" or "reckless." However, in this case, the clue is using "rash" to refer to the skin condition. - **"Rash guards?"** suggests something that protects against or soothes a rash. - **"TALCS"** are powders (like baby powder) often used to soothe skin irritations, including rashes. The question mark indicates that the clue is a bit of wordplay or a pun, hinting that "rash guards" isn't meant literally (as in protective gear) but rather as something that guards against or treats a rash—hence, talcs. So, the answer is a clever play on words where "rash guards" leads to "talcs" as a soothing remedy.