NYT Crossword · 117 Across
“Nails will do it, but not teeth” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, October 4, 2026 as 117 Across. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Sunday, October 4, 2026 · 117 Across
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The other clues from the NYT Crossword of Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Across
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- 9Other sock crossword clue4 letters
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- 17Prefix with technology crossword clue4 letters
- 18You'll pay for this! crossword clue4 letters
- 19Finishes off crossword clue4 letters
- 20Liver's output crossword clue4 letters
- 21"10-4" crossword clue10 letters
- 24Profiteroles, by another name crossword clue10 letters
- 27Fit perfectly crossword clue10 letters
- 28Dieter's choice crossword clue10 letters
- 29"___ the One" (song on Springsteen's "Born to Run") crossword clue4 letters
- 30Tow job, maybe crossword clue4 letters
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- 34Philippine currency crossword clue4 letters
- 35Certain graphical shapes crossword clue4 letters
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- 39High-powered but lightweight racers crossword clue10 letters
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- 49"That's my preference as well" crossword clue10 letters
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- 51"___ there!" crossword clue4 letters
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- 53Ring crossword clue4 letters
- 54Component of wine or vinegar crossword clue4 letters
- 55No-nos for many high-profile actors crossword clue10 letters
- 58Epoch conclusion? crossword clue10 letters
- 61Titanic crossword clue4 letters
- 62Central crossword clue4 letters
- 63___ Nublar, fictional setting of "Jurassic Park" crossword clue4 letters
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- 71Classic brand with the slogan "When it rains it pours" crossword clue10 letters
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- 78Org. created in response to 67-Down crossword clue4 letters
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Down
- 1Weight to bear crossword clue4 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Nails will do it, but not teeth”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with R and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Nails will do it, but not teeth” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 117 Across.
What is the answer to the “Nails will do it, but not teeth” crossword clue?
The answer is RUST (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.