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5 squares · NYT Crossword · January 23, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 23, 2026 (32 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.

Answer length: 5 squares

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U _ _ _ _

First and last letters

U _ _ _ S

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USERS as a word: One who uses or makes use of something, a consumer or client or an express or implied licensee (free user) or a trespasser; (computing) A person who uses a computer or a computing network, especially a person who has received a user account.

USERS has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 1, 2025.

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