Use a key, perhaps Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Use a key, perhaps . 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 8 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is ENCIPHER.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% ENCIPHER Use a key, perhaps (8)
94% DECODES Uses a key, perhaps (7)
10% CTRL Key used in many shortcuts (4) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Oct 9, 2026
10% ADD Use the "+" key on a calculator (3)
9% TYPED Keyed in (5) Universal Nov 1, 2026
9% KEEPTABSON Maintain use of computer keys and monitor (4,4,2) (10) The Guardian Cryptic Oct 28, 2026
9% REMOTECONTROL Unlikely key that is used by surfer (13) The Times Cryptic Sep 15, 2026
8% RETYPE Key in again (6) Eugene Sheffer Nov 9, 2026
8% ENTERED Keyed in (7) (7) The Guardian Quick Nov 6, 2026
8% ESC Key for an exit (3) Newsday Nov 6, 2026
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