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4 squares · NYT Crossword · March 20, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 20, 2026 (35 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.

Answer length: 4 squares

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W _ _ _

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W _ _ T

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WATT as a word: In the International System of Units, the derived unit of power; the power of a system in which one joule of energy is transferred per second. Symbol: W; A diminutive of the male given name Walter, of medieval usage, variant of Wat.

WATT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 30, 2025.

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