Jumble Answers for 12/01/2025

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LORTL = TROLL

ONCTU = COUNT

RIOFNM = INFORM

CYROAN = CRAYON

CARTOON ANSWER:

CUSTOMERS ARRIVED AT THE NEW SHOE STORE – – –

O OT NF O =

O N  F O O T

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Toe-tally Worth It

Today’s panel brings us to the Walk This Way shoe boutique, where a grand opening banner is inviting folks to wander in. Everybody in the panel was moving, seven in total, which caught my attention immediately. Entering the doorway are two women, one saying she’s glad they came this way and the other insisting the fifteen minute walk was worth it. Inside, shoppers are busily browsing the shelves, looking for that perfect pair or hoping something jumps out at them. Between the chatter, the steady stream of customers, and the buzz of a brand new store, the whole solve felt like a nod to getting around the old fashioned way.

🧩 Clue Word Breakdown 🧩

LORTL = TROLL

Pairing the L’s made it a breeze.

Last used: 02/24/2025 as RLOLT

ONCTU = COUNT

No trouble.

Last used: 05/06/2025 as UNCTO

RIOFNM = INFORM

My pick for hardest if there was one today.

Last used: 03/09/2025 as RIONMF

CYROAN = CRAYON

The C out front made it instantly visible.

Last used: 10/01/2021 as YRNCOA

Jumble Jeff’s Jems

SOLE FOOD — The corner setup gave the scene a downtown feel, geared toward foot-oriented traffic.

Final Solve

Today’s final answer was a six letter anagram that would solve into a 2 + 4 layout. All the O’s jumped out right away and gave me FOOT, leaving ON for the finish. It was a walk in the park and a smooth way to step into a new week and the first day of December with an easy win.

Click-to-Reveal Shoe Facts

➤ How often does the average person buy new shoes?
On average, people buy a new pair about every 7–8 weeks.
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➤ How old is the world’s oldest known leather shoe?
About 5,500 years old — discovered in an Armenian cave.
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➤ How many people own more than 100 pairs of shoes?
Roughly 1 in 8 people have over 100 pairs.
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➤ How much did Dorothy’s ruby slippers sell for, and when?
A pair sold for $660,000 at auction in 2020.
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➤ Who originally wore high heels, and why?
Men wore them first — they helped riders stay secure in their stirrups.
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National Food Holidays* – December 1

National Pie Day — Today celebrates the slice that never lets you down. Whether you lean classic apple or go seasonal with something warm and spiced, it is the perfect excuse to cut into a comfortable piece and enjoy a simple treat. SOURCE

National Eat a Red Apple Day — A crisp red apple always hits the mark. It is bright and refreshing and a clean break from the heavier foods that come with the season. SOURCE

Bingo’s Birthday Month — All December long, this playful celebration tips its hat to the classic song many of us grew up with. A small bit of nostalgia that adds a little fun to the month. SOURCE

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Chocolate Lava Cookies

These cookies get attention every winter because the centers stay warm and soft while the edges stay set. The outside gives you that quick crack when you break them open and the middle turns into a smooth chocolate pool. They bake fast, stay rich without feeling heavy, and they hit that perfect comfort bite that always pulls people back for another.

Daily Drops*

➤ Dole’s New Piña Colada Pineapple — Dole is rolling out a pineapple that tastes like a straight piña colada. It is naturally sweet, has a softer bite than their classic fruit, and early buyers say it hits with a clean tropical flavor that does not taste artificial. It is seasonal, so expect it to move fast once it reaches stores.

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➤ Crumbl’s Holiday Cookie Lineup — Crumbl is bringing back its holiday menu with the Tree Cake Cookie taking the lead. The lineup leans heavy on warm flavors, bright frosting, and seasonal shapes that always pull a crowd. Fans look forward to this drop all year, and the early buzz is already strong.

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➤ Perdue Holiday Nuggets — Perdue is back with holiday-shaped chicken nuggets that hit the freezer aisle every December. The shapes are fun, the breading is lighter than their year-round nuggets, and families usually scoop them up early because they tend to disappear before the season ends.

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