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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Initially simple lock creating tension last seen in Times 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 6 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is STRESS.
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| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | STRESS Initially simple lock creating tension | (6) | The Times Cryptic | Jan 15, 2025 |
| 3% | TRESS Lock | (5) | Thomas Joseph | May 9, 2026 |
| 3% | EASY Simple | (4) | Universal | Apr 26, 2026 |
| 3% | MERE Simple | (4) | Eugene Sheffer | Apr 25, 2026 |
| 3% | DETENTE Easing of tension | (7) | Newsday | Apr 23, 2026 |
| 3% | TRESSES Highlights, not initially, locks (7) | (7) | Puzzler Cryptic | Mar 15, 2026 |
| 2% | KEY Lock opener | (3) | ||
| 2% | STUD Simple earring | (4) | Puzzler Backwords | May 17, 2026 |
| 2% | STUDS Simple earrings | (5) | Universal | May 11, 2026 |
| 2% | SYRUP Simple ___ (cocktail ingredient) | (5) | The Atlantic | May 10, 2026 |
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