Jumble Answers for 02/08/2026

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NCXOEV = CONVEX

TASIRG = GRATIS

NAHRGA = HANGAR

NITUMY = MUTINY

MDOION = DOMINO

GAHELG = HAGGLE

CARTOON ANSWER:

ZEROS ON THEIR OWN ARE WORTH ZERO – – –

ON RAI HN MTN DO GE =

AND NOTHING MORE
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Puzzle Players!

Count Us In

Today’s cartoon drops us into a Zero Family Reunion, complete with a banner strung between branches and a backyard cookout that’s heating up. At the grill, one zero flips burgers and sighs that it feels like they never count, while the others grumble about how counting always seems to skip over them. In the background, the questions keep going at the picnic table, where a similar conversation is being had between a couple of zeros over burgers and buns. Between the chatter, and the complaints, the message adds up. Being overlooked doesn’t mean being incomplete. Sometimes the total is already exactly right.

🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN

XONVCE = CONVEX

Instantly visible.

Last used: 5/15/2019 as XONVCE

TRSAIG = GRATIS

I’ve struggled with this one before. It was not an issue today.

Last used: 6/01/2025 as TRSAIG

AHRNGA = HANGAR

It spared me from anger.

Last used: 4/13/2025 as AHRNGA

NTYMIU = MUTINY

No trouble at all.

Last used: 6/23/2020 as NTYMIU

MDOOIN = DOMINO

My pick for hardest. It felt like it took forever to see.

Last used: 2/14/2025 as MDOOIN

GHAELG = HAGGLE

The two G’s made it a breeze.

Last used: 4/14/2025 as GHAELG

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➤ ROUND AND ROUND

Just about everything in the scene shares the same round shape, from the half-circle drum grill to the burgers and buns, the circular spatula head, the tire swing hanging from the branch, and even the hat on the zero at the grill. My favorite detail is the zero at the picnic table with its back to us, casually scrolling on a phone.

🧠 FINAL SOLVE

The final answer was a 14-letter anagram that solved into a 3 + 7 + 4 layout. Nothing jumped out in the layout right away, but I knew we’d be hunting for number-related words, especially zeros. It didn’t take long to latch on to NOTHING, with AND and MORE falling neatly into place from the remaining letters. If this one slowed you down, the hints were subtle, tucked into the overlapping conversations about being skipped over.

➤ Click-To-Reveal Facts*: About Zero

➤ Zero as a Number
Zero stands apart from every other number. It is neither positive nor negative, acting as the neutral dividing line that separates the two sides of the number line and anchors how we measure value in math.
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➤ Zero in Roman Numerals
The Roman numeral system never developed a symbol for zero. Without it, their number system struggled with place value and made complex calculations far more cumbersome than modern math allows.
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➤ Zero and the Calendar
There is no year zero in the Gregorian calendar. Time jumps directly from 1 BCE to 1 CE, a quirk that still complicates historical timelines and date calculations spanning that divide.
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➤ Zero in Language
The word “zero” traces back to the Arabic term sifr, meaning empty. That same root later evolved into the word “cipher,” linking zero directly to ideas of codes, secrecy, and encryption.
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➤ Zero in Sports
In tennis, zero is famously called “love,” possibly inspired by the French word for egg due to its shape. In many other sports, zero marks dominance, as in a shutout where the opponent scores nothing at all.
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*For entertainment purposes only. Consult reliable references for critical use.

💬 SAY WHAT?

“The game isn’t over till the clock says zero.” — Paul Pierce

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🗳️ 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.

*For entertainment purposes only. Consult reliable references for critical use.

🎉 National Holidays* – February 8

➤ National Pork Rind Day — A crunchy celebration of one of snack culture’s boldest bites. Whether puffed, fried, or dipped, pork rinds take center stage on the day of the big game. SOURCE

➤ National Kite Flying Day — A breezy excuse to look skyward and let something soar. From simple backyard kites to elaborate designs, the day celebrates wind, motion, and a little childlike wonder. SOURCE

➤ National Boy Scouts Day — Marking the founding of the Boy Scouts of America, this day recognizes generations of scouting values like service, leadership, and outdoor skills. SOURCE

➤ National Iowa Day — A nod to the Hawkeye State and its role in agriculture, politics, and Americana. From rolling farmland to early presidential caucuses, Iowa gets its moment. SOURCE

*For entertainment purposes only. Consult reliable references for critical use.

🥄 VIRAL RECIPE

The Best Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

These cookies stay in heavy rotation for a reason. They bake up soft in the center with just enough chew, packed with oats and raisins that actually show up in every bite. They hold their shape, don’t dry out, and somehow manage to feel classic and bakery-worthy at the same time.

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🛒 DAILY DROPS*

➤ Coffee Mate Frozen Creamers — Coffee Mate is breaking new ground with a frozen creamer you scoop, not pour. Available in Vanilla Caramel Swirl and Cookies & Crème Crumble, the frozen topping is meant to sit on hot or iced drinks like soft cold foam, slowly melting as you sip. SOURCE

➤ Krispy Kreme Big Game Doughnuts — Krispy Kreme brought back its football-themed Big Game Dozen just in time for Super Bowl weekend. The box includes Original Glazed, Goal Post Doughnuts, and chocolate football-shaped doughnuts filled with white Kreme, plus a $2 dozen deal when you buy any full-price dozen. SOURCE

➤ Hershey’s Chocolate Olympic Medals — Hershey’s is celebrating the Winter Olympics with limited-edition milk chocolate medals wrapped in gold foil. Some fans can score them free in-store on Feb. 7, while online sales begin Feb. 13 through TikTok Shop and Hershey’s website. SOURCE

*Prices and participation may vary. Retailers may alter or end promotions without notice. For entertainment purposes only.

🌔 That’s A Wrap!

JEST For Fun

(click joke to reveal answer)

➤ Why did zero start dating?
To find “the one”!
➤ What’s the difference between a circle and a zero?
Nothing!
➤ What did zero say to eight?
Nice belt!

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✨ May your day be BRIGHT and your mind stay SHARP! ✨

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