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The Clue
Univ. research grantor (3 letter answer)
The Answer
NSF
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Notes
The answer NSF is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1200 puzzles.
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Definition
NSF as a noun:
1. (National Science Foundation, NSF) = an independent agency of the federal government responsible for the promotion of progress in science and engineering by supporting programs in research and education