What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Net alternative" from August 22, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Net alternative”

This clue appeared as 31-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

GROSS

Letters5

Starts withG

Ends withS

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Aug 22, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Net alternative” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 22, 2026 as 31-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with G and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Net alternative” clue?+

The answer is GROSS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 22, 2026.

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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