NYT Crossword · 5 Down
“Local alternative” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, October 22, 2021 as 5 Down. The answer has 12 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Friday, October 22, 2021 · 5 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Local alternative”?
The answer has 12 letters. It starts with E and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Local alternative” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 22, 2021, at 5 Down.
What is the answer to the “Local alternative” crossword clue?
The answer is EXPRESSTRAIN (12 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.