The New York Times crossword clue “Where to find canines” is generally answered with “GUMS.”

Why “GUMS” fits “Where to find canines”

  • In anatomy, canines are a type of tooth, alongside incisors, premolars, and molars.
  • Teeth (including canines) are located in the gums , so “Where to find canines” is a location-style clue whose logical answer is “GUMS.”

Related canine crossword clues

You’ll often see similar NYT-style clues like:

  • “Certain canines” → “EYETEETH.”
  • “Canine relative” → “INCISOR.”

These all play on the double meaning of “canine” as both a dog and a tooth, but “Where to find canines” points specifically to the place: GUMS.

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