This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 (56 Across). 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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UFO as a word: (colloquial) An "unfinished object" in knitting or other kinds of craft; A UFO.
UFO has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 12, 2026.
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