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Answer: UMS
UMS is a New York Times Crossword puzzle answer that we have spotted 32 times.
Meaning
Ums are certain filler words often used in speech when someone is pausing or hesitating. They are typically subconscious verbal placeholders used to maintain a smooth flow of conversation or to fill pauses while thinking.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Sounds of hesitation. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.
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