Scratches (out) NYT Crossword Clue
The answer to the “Scratches (out)” crossword clue is EKES (4 letters). We have seen this clue 2 times in New York Times crosswords, most recently on October 14, 2026.
Answer
THE ANSWER · 4 LETTERS
1E2K3E4S
EKES: to supplement with great effort.
Best answers for “Scratches (out)”
| Rank | Answer | Letters | Clue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EKES | 4 | Scratches (out) |
| 2 | NAIL | 4 | It scratches the itch similar clue |
The first answer is for this clue; the others answered clues with the same main words.
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Questions about the Scratches (out) Crossword Clue
What is the 4-letter answer to the Scratches (out) crossword clue?
EKES is the 4-letter answer to the “Scratches (out)” crossword clue.
When was the Scratches (out) crossword clue last used?
In the New York Times of October 14, 2026. We have seen it 2 times.
What are other possible answers to the Scratches (out) crossword clue?
Similar clues were answered with NAIL (“It scratches the itch”).