Desperately need tot in custody Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% DETENTION Desperately need tot in custody (9) The Telegraph Cryptic Apr 25, 2022
3% ARREST Take into custody (6)
3% ENROLLED Recorded desperate need to consume bread (8) The Telegraph Toughie Oct 22, 2025
3% NAB Take into custody (3)
2% OWIES Injuries, to a tot (5) LA Times Daily Nov 9, 2025
2% NANNY Tot tender (5) Thomas Joseph Nov 8, 2025
2% EPOCH Hundred in desperate hope for a time (5) (5) Puzzler Cryptic Nov 7, 2025
2% OREIDA Big brand of tater tots (6) New York Times Mini Nov 6, 2025
2% FOR "___ the love of God" (desperate plea) (3)
2% CRIB Tiny tot's bed (4)

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