Jumble Answers for 10/28/2026

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NACPI = PANIC

TEVNE = EVENT

UHTGAT = TAUGHT

DXEECE = EXCEED

CARTOON ANSWER:

THE BUFFALO NICKEL WAS REPLACED AFTER THE MINT APPROVED THE – – –

AC ENT AGH XCE = EXACT CHANGE

EXACT CHANGE

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🪙 HEADS UP!

Today’s cartoon takes us inside the U.S. Mint, where three men are reviewing a proposed replacement for the Buffalo nickel. One man presents the winning portrait of Thomas Jefferson, while the other two examine the coins and share their thoughts. The discussion seems to be going well, with the new nickel receiving a warm reception and plenty of optimism about its future in circulation. With the contest winner selected and everyone in agreement, the Mint appears ready to approve a design that’s right on the money.

🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN

NACPI = PANIC

No trouble.

Last used: 05/25/2024 as CINPA

TEVNE = EVENT

Instantly visible.

Last used: 01/27/2025 as ENVTE

UHTGAT = TAUGHT

An extra look did it.

Last used: 05/29/2025 as AGHTTU

DXEECE = EXCEED

My pick for hardest.

Last used: 08/04/2024 as XCDEEE

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➤ THE MAN WITH THE PLAN

With the nickel design contest taking place in 1938, the presenter is dressed in period clothing. His right hand rests on the outgoing Buffalo design while his left points toward the new portrait of Thomas Jefferson as he discusses the winning entry.

➤ THE TWO DECISION-MAKERS

The two men seated at the table are taking in the presentation. The man on the left holds up a nickel between the fingers of his left hand, while the gentleman across from him seemingly offers his approval of the proposed replacement.

➤ THE NICKELS ON DISPLAY

Three nickels are scattered across the table in front of the two men. Behind them, a pair of presentation boards marked 5¢ show the outgoing Buffalo nickel on the left and the proposed Jefferson design on the right.

➤ A NICKEL FOR A COKE

A bottle of Coca-Cola cost just 5¢ in 1938, a price that had remained largely unchanged since 1886. When rising costs eventually prompted the company to consider raising prices, Coca-Cola even approached the U.S. Treasury about creating a 7½-cent coin. The idea would have allowed its nickel-operated vending machines to charge more without doubling the price to a dime, but the proposal never became a reality.

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🧠 Final Solve

The final answer was an 11-letter anagram that solved into a 5 + 6 layout. Our midweek puzzle left me with plenty of time to spare. Noticing the cartoon featured money, and more specifically a nickel, CHANGE instantly came to mind, although the dialogue left me unsure where the rest of the solution was headed. With all the clue words summed up in a flash, the X stood out like a sore thumb, bringing EXACT into view to seal the deal. If today’s puzzle slowed you down, our nudges were the dialogue between the men approving the EXACT CHANGE to the coin before production, the presenter pointing with his index finger at the EXACT CHANGE to the obverse design, and the subtle reference to the EXACT CHANGE needed to buy a bottle of Coca-Cola in 1938.

🪙 Click-To-Reveal Facts*: About the U.S. Nickel

➤ Was the first U.S. five-cent coin actually made of nickel?
No, the first five-cent coins, called half dimes, were made of silver. The nickel we recognize today arrived in 1866.
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➤ Who designed the original Jefferson nickel?
Felix Schlag won a national design competition in 1938, earning a $1,000 prize for his winning portrait.
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➤ What could a nickel buy at the grocery store in 1938?
A nickel could buy a package of Jell-O, a bar of Ivory soap, or a pound of bananas. Those prices appeared in an actual grocery advertisement published on May 12, 1938.
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💬 SAY WHAT?

“Money often costs too much.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

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🗳️ GET A CLUE*
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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* – OCTOBER 28

➤ National Chocolate Day — From creamy milk chocolate and rich dark chocolate to brownies, truffles, and candy bars, today celebrates the sweet treat made from cacao that has delighted generations. SOURCE

➤ National First Responders Day — A day to recognize the firefighters, police officers, paramedics, EMTs, and emergency dispatchers who respond to emergencies and help protect their communities. SOURCE

➤ Wild Foods Day — Discover the world of edible plants, berries, nuts, mushrooms, and other foods found growing naturally in the wild, while appreciating the knowledge and care that responsible foraging requires. SOURCE

➤ National Internal Medicine Day — Recognizing internal medicine physicians, also called internists, who specialize in adult health, from preventive care and diagnosing illnesses to managing complex and chronic medical conditions. SOURCE

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🥄 VIRAL RECIPE

Pineapple Dream Dessert

This dreamy dessert combines crushed pineapple, cream cheese, fluffy whipped topping, and a buttery graham cracker crust. With its creamy layers and refreshing tropical flavor, it’s a nostalgic favorite for family gatherings and potlucks. The recipe also includes a no-bake crust option, making this sweet treat even easier to prepare.

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🛒 DAILY DROPS*

➤ General Mills Chex Party Mix Starter Kit — General Mills has introduced a kit containing crunchy breadsticks, pretzels, peanuts, almonds, and a packet of Chex Party Mix seasoning. The one thing missing is the Chex cereal itself, which must be purchased separately. The kit has been spotted at Walmart and Jewel-Osco, offering a shortcut for preparing homemade party mix. SOURCE

➤ Sour Patch Kids Halloween Candy Collection — Sour Patch Kids has introduced three seasonal varieties. Tricksters feature misleading candy colors that don’t always match their flavors. Glow Ups Ghosts come in Orange and Peach flavors with edible confetti that glows under blacklight. Monster Parts feature spooky shapes in Black Raspberry, Orange, and Watermelon flavors. All three are part of the brand’s Halloween candy lineup. SOURCE

➤ Dunkin’ Avengers: Doomsday Menu — Dunkin’ is teaming up with Marvel Studios for a limited-time collection launching November 4. New drinks include the caramel-flavored Iced Captain’ccino, toasted white chocolate Clobbered Cloud Latte, berry-clementine Wakandan Daydream Refresher, blue raspberry Optic Blast Lemonade, green apple Doom’s Orders Energy, and mocha-vanilla Doom Cloud Latte. The Doomsday Donut features brownie batter filling and chocolate icing, while the Avenging Donut has cotton candy filling and colorful sprinkles. The lineup also includes themed MUNCHKINS, collectible tumblers, color-changing mugs, and character-inspired cup sleeves. SOURCE

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

🌔 That’s A Wrap!

👀 WORD YOU LOOK AT THAT

(Click word to reveal its origin)

NICKEL

Meaning: A nickel is a five-cent coin in the United States, named after the metal used in its production.

So, where did it come from?
The word “nickel” has a surprisingly mischievous past! German miners encountered a reddish ore that looked like it contained valuable copper but refused to yield any. Frustrated, they called it Kupfernickel, meaning “copper demon,” blaming a troublesome mining spirit named Nickel. In 1751, Swedish chemist Axel Fredrik Cronstedt isolated a new metal from the ore and named it nickel. More than a century later, the United States introduced its five-cent nickel in 1866. Who knew a little pocket change had a devilish backstory?

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