This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 27, 2026 (19 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
U _ _ _
First and last letters
U _ _ A
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About the answer
URSA as a word: a Latin word meaning bear; a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics.
URSA has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 8, 2025.
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