| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| ELSE | Alternatively | |
| INSTEAD | Alternatively | |
| EAR | Alternatively, repair organ | |
| ROT | Alternatively, cry out “Poppycock!” | |
| AID | Alternatively Matilda gets support | |
| TNT | Alternatively, it’s not explosive | |
| AIDED | Alternatively, Mafia dreads being helped | |
| SAD | Not joyful, or alternatively, staid | |
| ORATE | Speak alternatively; took a meal | |
| CORGI | Alternatively, actor Reggie has a dog | |
| YOGA | Alternatively, hang body upside down for relaxation routine | |