🥾 NO SMALL FEAT

Today’s cartoon drops us into canyon country, where a couple has just finished setting up camp after a long hike down. He’s taking it all in, still impressed by how far they made it, while she’s settled in and calling it prime real estate. The tent is up, the grill is ready, and that river winding through the canyon makes it feel like they chose this place with intention. After a trek like that, you don’t just end up anywhere, you make sure it’s exactly where you want to be.

🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN

SBACI = BASIC

Instantly visible.

Last used: 11/06/2023 as SBACI

SONOW = SWOON

No trouble.

Last used: 11/26/2024 as SONOW

NMMTEO = MOMENT

My pick for hardest.

Last used: 7/22/2025 as NMMTEO

VALROF = FLAVOR

An extra glance did it.

Last used: 12/17/2023 as VALROF

🧠 FINAL SOLVE

The final answer was a 9-letter anagram that solved into a “3 + 6” layout. This one ended up being a breeze. The W and O together in the layout tipped me to LOW, leaving -CATION to be easily spotted in the remainder to seal the deal. If today’s puzzle slowed you down, our nudges were his dialogue about how far they hiked down, which gave us LOW, and her saying it was a great spot, pointing us toward LOCATION.

⛺ Click-To-Reveal Facts*: About the Grand Canyon

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💬 Say What

“You can’t say you’re going to jump the Grand Canyon and then jump some other canyon.” — Evel Knievel

🗳️ 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* – April 9

➤ National Chinese Almond Cookie Day — A day celebrating the crisp, nutty cookie often served as a sweet finish in Chinese cuisine, known for its light texture and signature almond flavor. SOURCE

➤ National Winston Churchill Day — Honors the life and legacy of Winston Churchill, one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century and a key figure during World War II. SOURCE

➤ National Name Yourself Day — Encourages creativity and individuality by inviting people to choose a new name for the day, just for fun or self-expression. SOURCE

➤ National Cherish an Antique Day — A reminder to appreciate older items and the stories behind them, whether passed down through family or discovered over time. SOURCE

➤ National Unicorn Day — A lighthearted celebration of the mythical creature that has become a symbol of imagination, rarity, and fun across cultures. SOURCE

➤ National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day — Recognizes and honors the service and sacrifice of former prisoners of war and their enduring strength. SOURCE

➤ National Chicken Little Awareness Day — A playful day reminding us not to jump to conclusions or assume the worst without evidence. SOURCE

➤ National Alcohol Screening Day — Promotes awareness and encourages individuals to reflect on alcohol use and make informed health decisions. SOURCE

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🥄 Viral Recipe

Strawberry Milkshake Pie

This one eats exactly like it sounds. It’s cold, creamy, and smooth with that classic strawberry milkshake flavor, just turned into a slice instead of a sip. You’re getting a graham cracker crust, a whipped and fluffy strawberry filling, and that soft, almost ice cream texture that holds its shape just enough when you cut into it.

🛒 Daily Drops*

➤ Little Debbie Soft Baked Cookies — Little Debbie just released its first-ever bakery-style cookie line with Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter. These come in individually wrapped 3 oz packs, giving you that soft, fresh-baked feel without needing a bakery. They’re rolling out to stores nationwide now. SOURCE

➤ Dr Pepper Freeze Pops — Dr Pepper is turning its classic soda into freezer-ready ice pops. These come liquid, you freeze them yourself, and they deliver that same dark, fizzy flavor in a cold, sweet form. Already spotted at Dollar General, and they’re moving fast wherever they hit shelves. SOURCE

➤ Reese’s PB&J Cup — Reese’s is bringing back the Strawberry PB&J Cup for a limited time, while the grape version is not returning. At the same time, they’re adding a new Marshmallow Cup, mixing the classic peanut butter base with a soft, sweet marshmallow layer. Both are hitting stores nationwide now in multiple sizes. SOURCE

➤ Sprite Loco Lime — Coca-Cola just dropped this new citrus-heavy soda exclusively at Wingstop. It blends Sprite with lime-forward flavors for a sharper, more refreshing hit, and it’s only available through Coca-Cola Freestyle machines. Launched April 7, but it’s limited-time, so once it’s gone, it’s gone. SOURCE

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