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Bad things to leave locked in your house – Crossword Clue
The answer to the crossword clue “Bad things to leave locked in your house” is KEYS (4 letters). Most recently KEYS, in the NYT Mini on October 4, 2026.
| Answer | Letters | Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| KEYS | 4 | K___ |
What KEYS means
- nounmetal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated
- nounsomething crucial for explaining
- nounpitch of the voice
Where this clue appeared
| Date | Puzzle | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| October 4, 2026 | NYT Mini 4D | KEYS |
Other clues for KEYS
- The Black ___, Grammy-winning rockers
- Custodians and pianos have them
- Esc, tab, shift, etc.
- A piano has 88
- String of islands off Florida
- Typists tap them
- Delete and Return, e.g.
- Alt and Delete, e.g.
- Target of a frantic search when leaving the house
- Phone, wallet, ___ (checklist during a self pat-down)
- Lost ones might turn up in an old pants pocket
- Word that can follow piano or Florida
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FAQ
What is the answer to “Bad things to leave locked in your house”?
KEYS (4 letters). Most recently KEYS, on October 4, 2026 in the NYT Mini.
How many letters is the answer to “Bad things to leave locked in your house”?
4 letters, starting with K (K___).