Crossword clue
“Syllables of hesitation”
This clue appeared as 68-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersSeen 2 times
UMSLetters3
Starts withU
Ends withS
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| UMS | 3 | 1 of 2 |
| UHS | 3 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Syllables of hesitation” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 9, 2026 as 68-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with U and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Syllables of hesitation” clue?+
The answer is UMS (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on April 9, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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