Crossword clue

“Spruce alternative”

This clue appeared as Across in the Newsday Crossword on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SPIFF
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withF
Vowels1

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About this clue

The clue “Spruce alternative” ran in the Newsday Crossword on June 6, 2026 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with F, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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What is the answer to the “Spruce alternative” clue?+

The answer is SPIFF (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of June 6, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.

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