Does the darn job? Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: OCT 1, 2025 Follow on Google

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "Does the darn job?"?

The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Does the darn job?" is SEWS.

Q2.

Why is "SEWS" the answer to the clue "Does the darn job?"?

The clue uses a pun with the word 'darn,' which means to mend or repair a hole in fabric, typically by sewing. 'Does the darn job?' cleverly suggests the action of sewing, as 'sews' is the verb form related to this task.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "Does the darn job?" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the Washington Post Mini Crossword on October 01, 2025.

Q4.

What does the word "SEWS" mean in this context?

Sews: To join or repair with stitches using a needle and thread.

Q5.

What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

Darns, stitches, Stitches together with needle and thread, Joins a quilting bee, Patches up, say, Uses a needle and thread

If you’ve landed here for the “Does the darn job?” clue from the October 1 2025, Washington Post mini crossword, you are in the exact right place. Our team of experts has solved today’s entire puzzle and found the precise answer for this clue.

The 4-letter answer to this puzzle is SEWS. Sews: To join or repair with stitches using a needle and thread.

You can find all the solutions for today’s puzzle, as well as answers from previous days, on our main Washington Post Mini Crossword Answers Today (September 2026) page.

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