Alternative to Helvetica

Latest answer — September 14, 2026

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Clue explained

ARIAL is a sans-serif typeface and a familiar alternative to Helvetica. Both names refer to fonts, so the clue asks for a comparable typeface rather than a general synonym.

Clue type:
Definition
A visual comparison of the Arial and Helvetica typefaces

NYT Midi Crossword

This clue's Monday, September 14, 2026 appearance

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The answer to Alternative to Helvetica in the New York Times Midi crossword is ARIAL — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on September 14, 2026 at 15-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

Alternative to Helvetica” answer

ARIAL (5 letters)

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When else has “Alternative to Helvetica” appeared?

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September 14, 2026 (most recent) ARIAL. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Alternative to Helvetica”?

The answer is ARIAL, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on September 14, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Alternative to Helvetica”?

5 letters: ARIAL.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Midi crossword on September 14, 2026, at 15-Down.

Can “Alternative to Helvetica” have a different answer?

Yes — New York Times Midi sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

Where can I find the rest of today's NYT Midi answers?

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