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"From scratch" alternative

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Looking for the answer to the USA Today Up & Down Words clue “"From scratch" alternative”? The solution is CAKE MIX, a two-word phrase and answer #5 in the daily word chain. This clue was most recently seen in the August 14, 2026 (Friday) puzzle. The second word of each answer starts the next — see the full chain below.

Answer
CAKEMIX

Last appearance

August 14, 2026FridayCAKE MIX

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