Crossword clue
“Budget alternative”
This clue appeared as 30-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 17, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ALAMOLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withO
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Budget alternative” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 17, 2025 as 30-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with O, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Budget alternative” clue?+
The answer is ALAMO (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 17, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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