Crossword clue
“Moped alternative”
This clue appeared as 40-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
ESCOOTERLetters8
Starts withE
Ends withR
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Moped alternative” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 2, 2025 as 40-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with E and ends with R, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Moped alternative” clue?+
The answer is ESCOOTER (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 2, 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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