RAHIC = CHAIR
PRCTE = CREPT
SLEUNS = UNLESS
SAIYEL = EASILY
CARTOON ANSWER:
WHEN HE ASKED TO MOVE UP IN RANK, THE GENERAL TOLD THE ZEBRA HE HAD TO – – –
HIR REPT NESS ASI =
🦓 RANK REQUEST
Today’s cartoon marches us straight onto the parade ground where a row of zebras is standing at attention while the general inspects the troops. One eager recruit salutes and confidently announces he’s ready for a promotion. The general, sporting three shiny stars on his shoulder and another on his chest, shuts that idea down in a hurry. Around here, climbing the ranks takes more than enthusiasm and a sharp salute. If this zebra wants to move up the ladder, he’s going to have to prove himself first.
🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN
RAHIC = CHAIR
Instantly visible.
Last used: 07/11/2024 as AHRIC
PRCTE = CREPT
No trouble at all.
Last used: 11/07/2022 as PTREC
SLEUNS = UNLESS
My pick for hardest. It looked like SULLEN.
Last used: 03/11/2024 as USELNS
SAIYEL = EASILY
Plucking out the -LY prefix did the trick.
Last used: 03/01/2025 as LYIASE
🧠 Final Solve
The final answer was a 14-letter anagram that solved into a 4 + 3 + 7 layout. Before beginning, I saw the zebras and figured STRIPES would be part of the answer. With those letter accounted for, EARN and HIS stepped right into formation for a swift finish. If you had trouble today, our nudges were the zebra boldly asking for a promotion and the general making it clear he’d get those stripes only after proving himself.
🐎 Click-To-Reveal Facts*: About Zebras
➤ How fast do zebras run?
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➤ What is a group of zebras called?
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➤ Why do zebras have stripes?
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💬 Say What
“I asked the zebra, ‘Are you black with white stripes? Or white with black stripes?’ And the zebra asked me, ‘Are you good with bad habits? Or are you bad with good habits?’” — Shel Silverstein
🎉 National Holidays* – March 17
➤ St. Patrick’s Day — Celebrated around the world with parades, green clothing, and Irish traditions, St. Patrick’s Day honors Ireland’s patron saint. The holiday has grown into a global celebration of Irish culture, music, and food. SOURCE
➤ National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day — Often served as the classic St. Patrick’s Day meal in the United States, this dish pairs slow-cooked corned beef with cabbage and vegetables. It has become a staple of the holiday’s food traditions. SOURCE
➤ National 3-D Day — Observed on the third day of the third week in March, National 3-D Day highlights three-dimensional design and innovation. From 3-D printing to digital modeling and film, the day celebrates creativity across many industries. SOURCE
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🛒 Daily Drops*
➤ White Castle Cheddar Bacon Cheese Slider — White Castle is expanding its frozen Cheddar Bacon Cheese Slider after strong demand. The beef slider with bacon, cheddar-style cheese, and steam-grilled onions is moving into grocery chains including Albertsons, Safeway, and Stop & Shop, with additional distribution rolling out through spring. SOURCE
➤ Edible Arrangements Candy Bouquets — Edible Arrangements has teamed up with M&M’s and Skittles to create fruit bouquets presented in candy-filled bases. The limited-time collaboration is available now at participating Edible stores across the United States and Canada. SOURCE
➤ Pizza Hut Hand-Tossed Crust Update — Pizza Hut has refreshed its Hand-Tossed Pizza recipe for the first time in over a decade, introducing a lighter crust with a new Garlic-Parm Hut seasoning. The update is part of the $10 Hut Crust Deal, offering a large three-topping pizza on select crusts for a limited time at participating locations. 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)
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➤ Why do all zebras wear glasses?
➤ What side does the zebra have the most stripes on?
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