This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 (9 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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U _ _
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UMP as a word: (French politics) The Union for a Popular Movement; (sports, informal) An umpire.
UMP has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 30, 2025.
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