Jumble Answers for 09/08/2026

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IRTGE = TIGER

LCGNI = CLING

NRENWI = WINNER

IELJNG = JINGLE

CARTOON ANSWER:

THERE WASN’T A CLOUD IN THE SKY WHEN THE NEW KING BEGAN – – –

GR IG NN IE = REIGNING

REIGNING

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HAIL, YE PUZZLE PLAYERS!

👑 CROWN AND CLEAR

Today’s cartoon takes us to a royal coronation, where a new king is just moments away from officially taking the throne. The officiant is lowering the crown onto his head as a crowd of onlookers gathers for the big occasion. With one guest praising the weather and another pointing out the perfectly clear sky, it seems even Mother Nature is giving His Majesty the royal treatment. For now, the skies are clear, but something tells me there’s a new kind of reign in the forecast.

🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN

IRTGE = TIGER

Came roaring into view.

Last used: 06/19/2025 as RTEIG

LCGNI = CLING

Didn’t get stuck.

Last used: 05/07/2020 as CNLIG

NRENWI = WINNER

My pick for hardest. Wasn’t much trouble though.

Last used: 05/14/2025 as NIWENR

IELJNG = JINGLE

Rang a bell instantly.

Last used: 06/17/2024 as GILNEJ

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➤ THE CROWNING MOMENT

The coronation is taking place on a raised wooden dais, with the new king standing as the officiant lowers the crown toward his head. The officiant wears ceremonial robes and a tall, elaborate headpiece, while his pointed shoes extend from beneath the long garment.

➤ THE NEW KING

The king has long hair extending past his shoulders and a goatee, and he is dressed in a long tunic with a large sun emblem on the front. He stands with his hands out, making the signet ring on his right pinky visible as the crown is about to be placed on his head.

➤ THE ROYAL GATHERING

Several onlookers surround the dais in period clothing, with a variety of caps and brimmed headwear helping set the scene. Shrubs fill the background, while a bit of the stone castle wall is visible behind the king and a moat can be seen near the dais.

🧠 FINAL SOLVE

The final answer was an 8-letter anagram that solved into a single word of the same length. Our second challenge of the work week barely had any time to take the throne. One look at the cartoon sentence had me thinking RAINING, while the visual of the king being crowned took care of the other half of the wordplay.

If today’s puzzle slowed you down, our biggest nudges were all the talk about the weather, both from the guests and in the setup of the cartoon sentence, letting us know it wasn’t going to be RAINING anytime soon. Meanwhile, the visual of the king being crowned gave us REIGNING to bring today’s royal affair to a close.

👑 CLICK TO REVEAL FACTS: ABOUT KINGS

Henry I of England. According to a medieval chronicler, he became ill after eating an excessive amount of lampreys, a type of long, eel like, jawless fish.

Henry VI. He inherited the English throne in 1422 following the passing of his father, Henry V.

Henry VIII. His marriages produced one of history’s most famous royal mnemonics: divorced, beheaded, died; divorced, beheaded, survived.

💬 SAY WHAT?

“Kings are not born: they are made by artificial hallucination.” —George Bernard Shaw

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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* – SEPTEMBER 8

➤ National Ants on a Log Day — A day for the classic snack made with celery, peanut butter, and raisins. Simple, crunchy, and familiar, it has been a lunchbox favorite for generations. SOURCE

➤ Star Trek Day — Celebrates the television series that first aired on September 8, 1966. Nearly six decades later, its characters, catchphrases, and vision of the future remain part of popular culture. SOURCE

➤ National Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Day — Recognizes the nurses who care for children and adolescents facing cancer and blood disorders, along with the skill and compassion they bring to patients and their families. SOURCE

➤ World Ampersand Day — Gives the humble & its own day in the spotlight. The familiar symbol has been joining words together for centuries and comes in countless typefaces and designs. SOURCE

➤ National Another Look Unlimited Day — A good excuse to take another look at the things collecting around the house. Keep what you still use, donate what someone else could enjoy, and clear out what has simply been taking up space. SOURCE

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🥄 VIRAL RECIPE

Old Fashioned Vinegar Pie

This old fashioned pie turns a splash of vinegar and a handful of pantry staples into a sweet, custardy dessert with roots in times when fresh fruit wasn’t always available. The vinegar adds brightness rather than a sour taste, making this simple pie much more delicious than its name might suggest.

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🛒 DAILY DROPS*

➤ Crumbl x Little Debbie — Crumbl is teaming up with Little Debbie for a special cookie lineup inspired by several familiar snack cakes. The collection includes a Strawberry Shortcake Roll Cookie, Unicorn Cake Cookie, Oatmeal Creme Pie Cookie, and Zebra Cake, along with returning Cosmic Brownie and Chocolate Fudge Cupcake cookies. SOURCE

➤ Wendy’s Frosty Frights — Wendy’s is bringing back Frosty Frights with 12 new collectibles arriving in Kids’ Meals beginning September 14. The lineup features six new characters, including Numb Chuck, Sir Choc O Lot, Cold Foot, and Taranchilla, with each character also getting a Halloween themed variant. Each collectible comes with a sticker sheet and mini trading card. SOURCE

➤ Dairy Queen MVP Dips — Dairy Queen has added two new sauces to its MVP Dips lineup. Strip Dip is a creamy, tangy sauce built around black pepper, while Ghost Pepper Dip brings a smoky, spicy kick. They join House Made Hidden Valley Ranch and can be paired with chicken strips, fries, onion rings, and other menu favorites. SOURCE

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

🌘 That’s A Wrap!

👀 WORD YOU LOOK AT THAT

(Click phrase to reveal its origin)

A KING’S RANSOM

Meaning: A king’s ransom means an extraordinarily large amount of money, usually so much that the price seems almost unbelievable.

So, where did it come from?
The expression goes back to medieval times, when captured nobles and royalty could literally be held for ransom. One of the most famous examples involved England’s King Richard I, better known as Richard the Lionheart. While returning from the Third Crusade in 1192, Richard was captured in Austria and eventually handed over to Holy Roman Emperor Henry VI.

The price demanded for Richard’s freedom was staggering: 150,000 marks of silver, roughly two to three times what England’s government normally took in during an entire year from taxes and other sources of income. Heavy taxes were imposed to help raise the money, and Richard was finally released in February 1194. It was, quite literally, a king’s ransom.

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