This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (5 Down). 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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E _ _
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EDU as a word: (abbreviation) education; (abbreviation) educational.
EDU has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 9, 2025.
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