This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 2, 2026 (35 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: 3 squares
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OSU as a word: Initialism of Ohio State University; Initialism of Oklahoma State University, Stillwater.
OSU has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 3, 2025.
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