“Windows alternative” crossword clue
Answer
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••••UNIX
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.UNIX is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Windows alternative”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 9, 2026, where it runs at 2 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jan 9, 2026 grid1ACrush9 ltrs›14AWinning like crazy9 ltrs›16APlaces many Cubans are found10 ltrs›19AClumsy oafs4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 9, 202610AThey get picked up at clubs4 ltrs›15ASurfing destinations, for short4 ltrs›18ANoggin4 ltrs›20A"You better believe it!"8 ltrs›22ABad thing to have in a poker game4 ltrs›25ADumps5 ltrs›26AApple core?3 ltrs›28AConfirmation from a maître d'3 ltrs›
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