Not mainstream in genre names NYT Mini Crossword Aug. 1 answer and hints

I won’t lie; there’s a good chance you know the answer to “Not mainstream, in genre names” already and have no hope of getting the solution because of the complexity of the clue. If you can’t get it on its own and you’re struggling with other clues, we’ve got you covered.

‘Not mainstream, in genre names’ NYT Mini Crossword answer and hints

• Hint 1: The answer is a shortened version of itself.
• Hint 2: It nearly goes well with pepper.
• Hint 3: Considered different.
• Hint 4: It ends with “T.”

With four clues laid out, let’s cut the chatter and deliver the solution.

The word you are looking for is “ALT.” It’s a genre that’s quite popular in rock and metal due to the diversity and extent of what is considered alternative.

In terms of the clues, “Alt” is a shortened version of “Alternative,” and if you add an “s” to the beginning of the clue, you get salt. Alt is considered different from more conventional genres. Finally, “Alt” ends with the letter “t.”

NYT Mini Crossword (Aug. 1) answers

The first NYT Mini Crossword of August has easy clues and harder ones. Check out every answer we’ve compiled a guide for: “First letter of the Greek alphabet,” “Reef builder,” “Kick out,” and “Word that, in German, translates directly to hand shoe.“

‘Not mainstream, in genre names’ NYT Mini Crossword difficulty rating

In contrast to the first Greek letter and Reef builder, “Not mainstream, in genre names” is tricky business—even with only three letters! This is a solid four stars only because solving other clues can get you to the solution.

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