SIOHT = HOIST
LDUTA = ADULT
URBYRL = BLURRY
NLFNEE = FENNEL
CARTOON ANSWER:
WHEN THEY COMPARED THE TWO DRUM SETS, THE CHEAP ONE WAS – – –
OST ADU BLY ENNE =
BEATEN SOUNDLY
SOUND OFF
Today’s cartoon drops us inside Hummingbird Drums, where two people are comparing kits and letting their ears do the deciding. One set is a bargain starter, while the other appears to be a pro-level setup. As they test the sound and trade reactions, it doesn’t take long to hear which kit is setting the tempo, and which one just can’t keep up.
🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN
SIOTH = HOIST
Needed an extra glance.
Last used: 07/25/2025 as SIOTH
LDUTA = ADULT
No trouble at all.
Last used: 04/04/2023 as LUTDA
URBYRL = BLURRY
It took a moment when the -LY suffix didn’t pan out.
Last used: 11/18/2023 as RUYBRL
NLFNEE = FENNEL
My pick for hardest.
Last used: 06/02/2024 as LNEFEN
🔎 Jumble Jeff’s Jems
➤ THE TWO DRUMMERS
Both men have thicker, scruffier hair. The seated player is holding drumsticks and wearing a jacket labeled Spoon, which could be a nod to drummer Jim Eno of the band Spoon, while the standing man resembles frontman Britt Daniel.
➤ STARTER VS. PRO
The two drum kits tell very different stories. The smaller set in the background is tagged as a starter kit and labeled “Boom,” while the kit being played is noticeably larger and more robust, branded “Kotche.”
➤ STORE DETAILS
“Hummingbird Drums” is written across the window, complete with a hummingbird graphic on each side. Above the glass sits a shelf stacked with additional drums. The smallest detail may be the most fun: the word “Jumble” appears on the drum in the upper left.
🧠 FINAL SOLVE
The final answer was a 13-letter anagram that solved into a 6 + 7 layout. This one had me tapping my toe for a bit and took a good 10 minutes to fully lock in. Once I started thinking in drum terms, BEAT jumped out first, followed by SOUND, with the -LY suffix tying it all together for the finish. If this one slowed you down, the nudges were subtle but there. The side-by-side drum kits, the difference in size and quality, and the reaction to the better-sounding set all pointed to one clearly outperforming the other.
🔎 Click-To-Reveal Facts*: About Drums
➤ Who holds the record for the fastest drumming speed?
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➤ What is the largest drum kit ever assembled?
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➤ Does drumming burn a lot of calories?
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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.
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🎉 NATIONAL HOLIDAYS* – February 20
➤ National Cherry Pie Day — A celebration of one of the most classic desserts around, honoring cherry pie in all its flaky, fruit-filled glory. SOURCE
➤ National Muffin Day — From blueberry to bran, this day highlights muffins of every kind, sweet or savory, breakfast or snack. SOURCE
➤ National Leadership Day — A day recognizing leadership at all levels and the role it plays in guiding teams, communities, and organizations forward. SOURCE
➤ National Love Your Pet Day — A reminder to show appreciation for the pets that bring comfort, companionship, and joy into everyday life. SOURCE
➤ National Caregivers Day — Observed on the third Friday of February, this day honors caregivers for the compassion and dedication they provide to others. SOURCE
➤ National Comfy Day — A day all about comfort, encouraging people to slow down, relax, and enjoy being comfortable in whatever way that looks like. SOURCE
➤ National Tartar Sauce Day — A fun food holiday celebrating the classic condiment that pairs perfectly with seafood and fried favorites. SOURCE
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🥄 VIRAL RECIPE
These cinnamon almonds have been making the rounds for good reason. They cook low and slow, soaking up sugar, spice, and warmth until every bite hits with that fair-food crunch. The slow cooker does all the work, filling the kitchen with a cozy aroma and turning a handful of simple ingredients into a snack that’s hard to stop grabbing.
SOURCE🛒 DAILY DROPS*
➤ Dunkin’ x Brownie Brittle — Brownie Brittle just teamed up with Dunkin’ to launch two new flavors inspired by fan-favorite drinks and donuts. The Sprinkled Donut Blondie Brittle leans sweet and crunchy, while the Mocha Latte Brownie Brittle brings espresso notes into the mix. Both are arriving in 4-oz and 2.25-oz bags online and in select stores.
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➤ A&W Root Beer Float Soda — A&W is rolling out a new Root Beer Float-flavored soda that blends classic root beer with creamy vanilla notes meant to mimic the diner favorite. The limited-edition release hits shelves this summer in both regular and zero-sugar versions.
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➤ New Starbucks Grocery Drinks — Starbucks has added three new ready-to-drink options to grocery shelves, including Vanilla Latte and Caramel Macchiato Iced Espresso Lite, plus a new Kiwi Strawberry Iced Energy drink. The espresso drinks have zero added sugar, while the energy line delivers caffeine from green tea extract.
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➤ TGI Fridays’ $3 Fondue-It — TGI Fridays is introducing a $3 “Fondue-It” add-on that pours warm cheese sauce tableside over select menu items, served sizzling on cast-iron skillets. The chain also debuted the FRRIB sandwich, turning its ribs into a handheld option topped with Cheddar and Whisky Glaze.
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➤ Lindt Carrot Cake Truffles — Lindt has brought back its Carrot Cake Lindor Truffles for a limited time, featuring a white chocolate shell with a spiced carrot cake center. After a Target-exclusive run last year, the truffles are now available nationwide just ahead of spring.
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🌓 That’s A Wrap!
JEST For Fun
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➤ What’s a drummer’s favorite vegetable?
➤ How can you tell when a drummer’s at your door?
➤ What do drummers sit on to play?
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