This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 9, 2026 (82 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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U _ _
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USS as a word: (nautical, military) Initialism of United States Ship; Initialism of United States Steel (a steel company).
USS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 12, 2026.
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