This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 10, 2026 (47 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Thursday, February 12, 2026 (61 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.
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NYT Crossword, May 10, 2026, 47 Across
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
D _ _
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DIF as a word: (computing) Initialism of Data Interchange Format; Abbreviation of Distrito Federal: a federal district of Mexico.
DIF has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 2, 2026.
NYT Crossword, February 12, 2026, 61 Across
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
U _ _
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USE as a word: To utilize or employ; (transitive) To employ; to apply; to utilize.
USE has been an answer 14 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 17, 2025.
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