This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 14, 2026 (12 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
U _ _
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UBE as a word: The purple yam, Dioscorea alata; Initialism of unsolicited bulk email.
UBE has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 26, 2026.
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