SNIYO = NOISY
TNERU = TUNER
NWIENR = WINNER
TTCDEE = DETECT
CARTOON ANSWER:
TO SOME PEOPLE, THE IDEA OF ELIMINATING THE PENNY IS – – –
OS NE NN CT =
Coinfused
Today’s cartoon centers on a father, son, and grandfather reacting to the phasing out of the penny. The dad looks at the coin in his hand and wonders what happens to all those prices that used to end just shy of a dollar. Grandpa shrugs it off, pointing out that the penny stopped being what it used to be a long time ago. The kid, meanwhile, sees nothing but the upside, already thinking about how much the stash might be worth down the road. To some people, the move seems logical. But for others, it clearly does not add up.
Clue Word Breakdown
SNIYO = NOISY
No trouble at all.
Last used: 08/01/2023 as SINOY
TNERU = TUNER
My pick for hardest. I just couldn’t see it.
Last used: 02/11/2025 as NURET
NWIENR = WINNER
Took a moment to place the N’s.
Last used: 05/14/2025 as NIWENR
TTCDEE = DETECT
The “DE” next to each other tipped me off.
Last used: 09/15/2024 as CETETD
🔎 Jumble! Jeff’s Gems
➤ Penny for His Thoughts — Dad is in a simple T-shirt and square-frame glasses, holding a single penny up while more rest in his other hand. The reverse clearly shows the Lincoln Memorial, dating the coin to post-1959, when the design was updated for Lincoln’s 150th birthday.
➤ Rolled and Ready — Grandpa, also wearing glasses and a collared shirt, grips five full rolls of pennies in his left hand.
➤ Jackpot — The kid, in a T-shirt with shaggy hair, holds two palmfuls of loose coins from the circular shaped snack tin.
🔎 Click to Reveal Facts
➤ Who designed the first one-cent piece?
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➤ When was the last one-cent coin minted?
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➤ How long was the one-cent coin in production?
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Final Solve
The final answer was an eight-letter anagram that solved into a hyphenated layout of 3 + 5. The quotes around the answer let us know punny wordplay would be in store today. A similar answer showed up on November 26, 2025 , so CENTS was still fresh on the brain. With those letters crossed out, the rest of the solve added up instantly. If you got stuck along the way, the piles of pennies in the panel painted a pretty clear picture.
💬 Say What
“Whatever your dream is, every extra penny you have needs to be going to that.” — Will Smith
🗳️ Get a Clue* (About Each Other!)
Solving the puzzle might be the main event, but connecting with one another is just as fun. Here’s a quick poll to share your perspective and see where you land among your fellow players.
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National Holidays* — December 23
➤ National Pfeffernusse Day — A nod to the classic German spice cookie that shows up every December. Pfeffernüsse are dense, peppery, and packed with warming spices, the kind of cookie that tastes right at home beside a hot drink and a quiet afternoon. SOURCE
➤ National Roots Day — A day focused on looking back at where we come from. It encourages reflection on family history, traditions, and the stories that shape who we are. SOURCE
➤ Festivus — The holiday for the rest of us. Made famous by *Seinfeld*, Festivus keeps things simple with humor, honesty, and a tradition of airing grievances instead of pretending everything is perfect. SOURCE
Viral Recipe
Cinnamon-Scented Icebox Cake
This no-bake dessert layers cinnamon-spiked whipped cream with cookies that soften as it chills, creating a sliceable cake without ever turning on the oven. The flavor leans warm and nostalgic, with cinnamon carrying the whole thing while the fridge does the heavy lifting. Simple and unfussy!
🛒 Daily Drops*
➤ Olive Garden Lighter Portions
Olive Garden is rolling out a new Lighter Portions menu aimed at guests who want familiar dishes without the full plate commitment. The options focus on smaller portions of classic entrées, keeping the flavors people expect while trimming calories and overall heaviness. It’s positioned as an everyday choice, not a limited stunt, as more diners look for balance without skipping sit-down meals altogether.
SOURCE➤ Panera’s Circle Back Meal
Panera’s new Circle Back Meal is built around value and convenience, bundling popular menu items at a lower price point to encourage repeat visits. The idea is simple: come back, order something familiar, and feel good about the deal. It leans into Panera’s core comfort foods rather than new experiments, making it an easy sell for regulars.
SOURCE➤ Wendy’s Sweet and Sour Sauce
Wendy’s is bringing back its fan-favorite Sweet and Sour sauce in 2026 after discontinuing it in September 2025 when a set of new sauces replaced it. The comeback is set for spring 2026, though a specific return date hasn’t been announced yet.
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