What is the answer to the NYT Mini Crossword clue "Cash App alternative" from October 1, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Cash App alternative”

This clue appeared as 3-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

VENMO

Letters5

Starts withV

Ends withO

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Mini
Oct 1, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Cash App alternative” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 1, 2026 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with V and ends with O.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Cash App alternative” clue?+

The answer is VENMO (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of October 1, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.

How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+

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