This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (38 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
U _ _ _
First and last letters
U _ _ S
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UKES as a word: (Japanese fiction, fandom slang) A passive or submissive male fictional character in a same-sex relationship; a bottom; (judo, martial arts) The training partner against whom tori performs a move.
UKES has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 5, 2025.
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