What is the answer to "Professor ___ (Clue character)" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Professor ___ (Clue character)" is PLUM (4 letters).

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Professor ___ (Clue character) USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the September 21, 2026 puzzle

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PLUM

4 letters · Across · last seen September 21, 2026

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