“Nails will do it, but not teeth” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.RUST is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Nails will do it, but not teeth”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 4, 2026, where it runs at 117 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.