Force failing to open lock Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Force failing to open lock last seen in Times Quick Cryptic puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 5 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is TRESS.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% TRESS Force failing to open lock (5) The Times Quick Cryptic Mar 26, 2025
4% KEY Lock opener (3)
4% KEYS Lock openers (4) USA Today Mar 7, 2026
4% PRIED Forced (open) (5) The Telegraph Mini Feb 16, 2026
4% ANTI Lock opener? (4) The Atlantic Feb 15, 2026
3% THUD Land with a ___ (fail) (4) New York Times Mini Mar 28, 2026
3% OMITS Fails to mention (5) Universal Mar 26, 2026
3% VOCATION Calling venue failing to open after five (8) The Telegraph Toughie Mar 25, 2026
3% JAILED Locked up (6) Eugene Sheffer Mar 23, 2026
3% VIOLATE Fail to comply with (7) Commuter Mar 20, 2026

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