This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, October 30, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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K _ _
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KEY as a word: (countable) An object designed to open and close a lock; An object designed to fit between two other objects (such as a shaft and a wheel) in a mechanism and maintain their relative orientation.
KEY has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 27, 2026.
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