Crossword clue
“Alternative to French”
This clue appeared as 27-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 11, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
RANCHLetters5
Starts withR
Ends withH
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Alternative to French” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 11, 2025 as 27-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with R and ends with H, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Alternative to French” clue?+
The answer is RANCH (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 11, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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