This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (23 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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U _ _
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USC as a word: Initialism of University of Southern California; Initialism of University of South Carolina.
USC has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 1, 2026.
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