What's this on my paint?

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Was cleaning the car earlier and noticed a couple of lines that look like dirty streaks, but they wouldn't shift at all. Almost felt as though it were under the clear coat, but I don't see how that's possible. This was the same side that was repaired approx. 6 months ago, but I've checked photos from between now and then and the marks were definitely not there. It shows up from all angles, so it's not just a lighting thing.

Anybody got an idea or seen something like this before? It's pretty noticeable so it must have happened recently. Running my fingers over it there's no roughness or discernible marking.

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Looks like water etching from water drips after the car has been washed. Try a water spot remover (or a vinegar solution), or lightly polishing it as above.
 
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Tried using a clay mitt on it but it didn't seem to have any effect. Will give the vinegar a go when there's better visibility.
 
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