Key operation for bosses wanting to keep control? Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% LOCKOUT Key operation for bosses wanting to keep control? (7) The Telegraph Cryptic Sep 20, 2019
5% USER Operator (4) (4) Mirror Classic Apr 8, 2026
5% RUN Operate (3) Commuter Apr 7, 2026
5% MANAGER Office boss (7) Newsday Apr 5, 2026
5% OPEN ___ for business (in operation) (4)
5% STRONGARM Boss around (9) LA Times Daily Mar 31, 2026
5% SPIES Undercover operatives (5) New York Times Mar 31, 2026
5% DESIRED Wanted (7) Commuter Mar 30, 2026
5% ISLET Key (5) Thomas Joseph Mar 28, 2026
5% GAFFER Boss, foreman (6) The Times Concise Mar 27, 2026

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