HSRHA = HARSH
AWRDN = DRAWN
PNPHAE = HAPPEN
MFELAE = FEMALE
CARTOON ANSWER:
THE ALLIGATOR WAS STRESSED OUT BECAUSE HE WAS – – –
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🐊 SCALES OF STRESS
Today’s cartoon brings us to a murky stretch of water, where one alligator notices that her partner looks more than a little stressed. The wary gator admits that life at the top isn’t as easy as it sounds, especially with hunters cruising nearby and plenty of reasons to keep looking over his shoulder. With so much closing in from every direction, it’s no wonder he feels completely overwhelmed.
🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN
HSRHA = HARSH
Effortless.
Last used: 07/31/2025 as SRHHA
AWRDN = DRAWN
No trouble.
Last used: 06/06/2025 as WRDNA
PNPHAE = HAPPEN
Instantly visible.
Last used: 07/21/2025 as PAHNEP
MFELAE = FEMALE
My pick for hardest.
Last used: 03/20/2024 as LFAMEE
🧠 FINAL SOLVE
The final answer was a 7-letter anagram that solved into a single 7-letter word. Our first puzzle of the week wasn’t quite an instant solve, but it came pretty close. With a quick glance at the cartoon and all four clue words falling into place quickly, it didn’t take long for the answer to come together and get the week off to a smooth start. If today’s puzzle slowed you down, our biggest nudges were the large front window overlooking the SWAMP, along with the dialogue making it clear that the alligator was overly stressed, otherwise known as feeling SWAMPED.
🎉 NATIONAL HOLIDAYS* – AUGUST 24
➤ National Waffle Day — Break out the waffle iron and celebrate the crispy, golden breakfast favorite with your choice of syrup, fruit, whipped cream, or whatever toppings hit the spot. SOURCE
➤ National Peach Pie Day — A day for enjoying ripe peaches baked inside a flaky crust, whether served warm on its own or topped with a scoop of ice cream. SOURCE
➤ National Maryland Day — Celebrating Maryland and its history, landmarks, traditions, and place among the original 13 colonies. SOURCE
➤ National Selfirst Day — A reminder to put yourself first for a day by making time for your own needs, goals, and well-being. SOURCE
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🥄 VIRAL RECIPE
Celebrate National Waffle Day with a Croffle, a croissant cooked in a waffle iron until the outside is crisp and golden while the inside stays soft and flaky. Using croissant dough, a waffle iron, and your favorite toppings, this easy mashup puts a fun spin on two breakfast favorites.
🛒 DAILY DROPS*
➤ Pizza Hut Becomes “HUT” — Pizza Hut is temporarily dropping “Pizza” from its name and going by “HUT” for the next 25 weeks in a football-themed promotion ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Some locations are even covering the “Pizza” on their signs, while select restaurants are bringing back Tiffany-style lamps, checkered tablecloths, red plastic cups, and vinyl booths. SOURCE
➤ Wendy’s $1 Frosty — Wendy’s is offering a small Classic Chocolate or Vanilla Frosty for just $1 through August 23 at participating locations nationwide. The deal is available in restaurants, at the drive-thru, through the Wendy’s app, and on its website, with delivery excluded. SOURCE
➤ Cup Noodles x Dash Dorm Survival Kit — Cup Noodles and Dash have teamed up on a new Dorm Survival Kit built around quick dorm-room meals. The package includes a six-pack of Chicken Cup Noodles in college-themed sleeves, a Dash insulated electric kettle, and a Dash Rapid Egg Cooker that can cook up to seven eggs in under 10 minutes. 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)
➤ What do you call an alligator that sneaks up on you?
➤ How do you wake up a tired alligator?
➤ Why should you never taunt an alligator?
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