LODLR = DROLL
CLUHM = MULCH
GNCAEH = CHANGE
RENLKE = KERNEL
CARTOON ANSWER:
THE FBI AGENTS KEPT QUESTIONING THE ALLEGED MONEY LAUNDERER HOPING HE’D – – –
OL MC CA ENE =
PURR-PLEXING PROFITS
Today’s cartoon drops us into a tense interrogation room where an alleged money launderer sits calmly at the table, ledger spread open like a badge of honor. One agent presses him to admit his books have been cooked, while another doubts the story behind his sudden fortune, especially when it involves millions of dollars’ worth of waving cats. The man barely flinches, insisting he is simply very good at what he does, his organized records suggesting everything is perfectly accounted for. With every question, the pressure builds, and it feels less like they are searching for missing numbers and more like they are waiting for the truth itself to finally surface.
🧩 Clue Word Breakdown
LODLR = DROLL
Took a few glances to come into view.
Last used: 08/31/2024 as LRDLO
CLUHM = MULCH
No trouble at all.
Last used: 04/13/2020 as LUHMC
GNCAEH = CHANGE
Instantly visible.
Last used: 04/15/2024 as GNACEH
RENLKE = KERNEL
My pick for hardest.
Last used: 07/10/2025 as RELENK
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➤ THE AGENTS
The female agent leans in wearing a blazer and an interrogating look. The male agent is dressed in a suit and tie and is holding one of the waving cats.
➤ THE BOOKS
Their suspect remains calm, wearing a collared shirt with one hand open, palm up, while the other points directly to the ledger. The pages are filled with scribbled entries laid out like a proper accounting book, suggesting everything is in plain sight.
Final Solve
The final answer was an anagram consisting of nine letters that would solve into a 4 + 3 layout. This was one of those puzzles where the answer came to mind before I even finished reading the dialogue. It was also a rare case where I didn’t bother writing out the clue letters until after the solve, just to be safe. If you found yourself needing a nudge, the agents pressing him to admit what he had done, paired with the neatly opened ledger laid out in front of him, pointed toward what they were hoping he would do.
Click-To-Reveal Facts*:
About Waving Cats
➤ What are those waving cats actually called?
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➤ Where did the Maneki-neko originate?
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➤ What does the raised paw actually mean?
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➤ What is the gold coin on the belly, and what does it mean?
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💬 Say What?
“The safest way to double your money is to fold it over once and put it in your pocket.”
SOURCE🎉 National Holidays* – January 17
➤ National Hot Buttered Rum Day — A wintertime classic built around warm spices, butter, and rum. It’s a cozy nod to an old-fashioned drink that’s been taking the edge off cold nights for generations. SOURCE
➤ National Bootlegger’s Day — A day that tips its hat to the history of bootlegging, Prohibition, and the colorful characters who kept spirits flowing when they weren’t supposed to. SOURCE
➤ National Use Your Gift Card Day — A friendly nudge to finally spend that forgotten gift card hiding in a drawer or wallet. No saving it for later, today’s the day. SOURCE
➤ National Classy Day — A reminder that good manners, respect, and a little grace never go out of style, no matter the occasion. SOURCE
➤ National Popeye the Sailor Man Day — Celebrating the iconic cartoon sailor whose spinach-fueled strength and unmistakable laugh made him a pop culture legend. SOURCE
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Croissant Brittle
This recipe took off because it turns leftover croissants into something completely new. Thin slices get baked with sugar and butter until they caramelize into crisp, crackly shards that hit that perfect balance between rich and light. It feels fancy without being fussy, and it disappears fast once people start snapping pieces off.
🛒 Daily Drops*
➤ Silk Protein Beverage — Silk has rolled out a new plant-based protein milk designed for everyday drinking rather than shakes. It delivers 20 grams of protein per serving, uses pea protein, and is positioned as a refrigerated staple alongside traditional Silk milks. The product began appearing in major grocery stores nationwide in early January and is part of the regular lineup, not a limited run.
SOURCE➤ Ore-Ida French Fry Skis — Ore-Ida partnered with Fischer Sports to create a limited-edition set of alpine skis styled after the brand’s crinkle-cut fries. The skis feature fry-inspired graphics and Ore-Ida branding, serving as a playful ski-season promotion rather than a food release. Only a small number were produced, making this a short-run collaboration tied specifically to winter sports buzz.
SOURCE➤ Chobani Raspberry Rose Creamer — Chobani has added a Raspberry Rose flavor to its coffee creamer lineup, blending fruit and floral notes into a dairy-based creamer. The flavor officially drops in early 2026 and will be available nationwide. It is not listed as a limited edition, suggesting it may stick around if demand holds.
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