What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Subtitle alternative" from August 23, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Subtitle alternative”

This clue appeared as 40-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

DUB

Letters3

Starts withD

Ends withB

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Aug 23, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Subtitle alternative” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 23, 2026 as 40-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with D and ends with B.

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FAQ

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

The answer is DUB (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 23, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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