Instrument used to open a lock Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Instrument used to open a lock . We have found 39 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 3 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is KEY.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% KEY Instrument used to open a lock (3)
4% KEYS Lock openers (4) USA Today Mar 7, 2026
4% ANTI Lock opener? (4) The Atlantic Feb 15, 2026
3% OARS Sticks in locks (4) New York Times May 1, 2026
3% ZITHER Stringed instrument used in the score of The Third Man (6) The Times Specialist Apr 27, 2026
3% ASHE Arthur ___ Stadium (US Open venue) (4) Universal Apr 25, 2026
3% OTTER Animal that uses tools to break open clams (5) New York Times Midi Apr 25, 2026
3% TRESS Lock of hair (5) Eugene Sheffer Apr 24, 2026
3% FLUTES Instruments, loud instruments (6) (6) Puzzler Cryptic Apr 24, 2026
3% TUBA Brass instrument (4) The Times Concise Apr 24, 2026
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