What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Alternative to bow ties" from April 23, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Alternative to bow ties”

This clue appeared as 44-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

PENNE

Letters5

Starts withP

Ends withE

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 23, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Alternative to bow ties” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 23, 2026 as 44-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Alternative to bow ties” clue?+

The answer is PENNE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 23, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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