Worker was returning tool (7) Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Worker was returning tool (7) last seen in Guardian 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 7 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is HANDSAW.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% HANDSAW Worker was returning tool (7) (7) The Guardian Cryptic Jul 5, 2024
10% PICKAXE Choose a former partner to return tool (7) The Telegraph Cryptic Feb 23, 2026
9% EMPLOYEE Worker (8) The Telegraph Quick Mar 1, 2026
9% RELIT Ignited again when roof worker returned (5) (5) Puzzler Cryptic Feb 17, 2026
8% CRAMPON Climbing tool (7) Puzzler Backwords Mar 16, 2026
8% EPEE Fencer's tool (4)
8% AXE Chopping tool (3) Thomas Joseph Mar 16, 2026
8% BROOM Sweeping tool (5) LA Times Daily Mar 16, 2026
8% KNIFE Kitchen tool (5) Puzzler Backwords Mar 15, 2026
8% HOE Gardening tool (3) USA Today Mar 15, 2026

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