Jumble Answers for 11/07/2026

CARTOON ANSWER:

RAISE MORE DOUGH

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WELCOME BACK, PUZZLE PLAYERS!

🍞 KNEAD FOR EXPANSION

Today’s cartoon takes us inside a bakery where business is on a roll, but the kitchen is running out of elbow room. Three bakers are cooking up some big ideas, hoping to turn their cramped quarters into a recipe for success. They’re hoping to expand their operation, but kneading a bigger bakery into existence takes more than a little yeast and wishful thinking. With plans already on paper, all that’s left to do is butter up some backers to turn their half-baked dreams into a golden opportunity.

🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN

AHRDO = HOARD

Needed a couple glances.

Last used: 06/26/2024 as RAHDO

HRUTT = TRUTH

Instantly visible.

Last used: 04/14/2025 as TUHTR

OEMRMI = MEMOIR

Came quicker than it probably should have.

Last used: 11/10/2019 as ROMMIE

EAWEGS = SEWAGE

My pick for hardest.

Last used: 09/04/2014 as WAGSEE

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➤ A LOAF OF POTENTIAL

The woman baker wears a hairnet, short-sleeved shirt and apron as she carries a sheet pan holding six loaves of bread. She believes the bakery could significantly increase production with additional ovens.

➤ KNEAD SOME BACKING

The second baker, also wearing a hairnet, short-sleeved shirt and apron, stands beside the double wall oven and supports the expansion idea but points to the need for investors.

➤ THE BEST-LAID BAKING PLANS

The third baker, dressed in the same work attire, leans over a set of building plans spread across the table. A mixing bowl with a utensil sticking out of it sits on a counter in the background, adding to the crowded kitchen scene.

🧠 FINAL SOLVE

The final answer was a 14-letter anagram that solved into a 5 + 4 + 5 layout. Our first puzzle of the weekend was almost an instant solve. One look at the cartoon and accompanying sentence had me thinking RAISE SOME DOUGH. With all four clue words quickly solved, RAISE and DOUGH were there, leaving MORE to replace my original guess and wrap things up.

If today’s puzzle slowed you down, our nudges were the bakers needing to RAISE MORE DOUGH from investors to fund their expansion, while the additional ovens would allow them to RAISE MORE DOUGH loaves to sell.

🍞 Click-To-Reveal Facts*: About Bread Making

➤ Is homemade bread cheaper than store-bought bread in 2026?
A basic homemade loaf can cost approximately $1.00 to $1.20 in ingredients and electricity, compared with roughly $2.70 for a similar store-bought loaf. Actual savings depend on ingredients, equipment and local prices.
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➤ How many Americans have made bread from scratch?
A 2020 survey found that nearly 46% of U.S. adults had tried making bread from scratch.
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➤ When did sliced bread first appear in American stores?
Commercially sliced bread debuted in 1928 at the Chillicothe Baking Company in Missouri. Inventor Otto Frederick Rohwedder developed the machine that made pre-sliced loaves possible.
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💬 SAY WHAT?

“The baking of bread requires almost as much care and judgment as any part of the process of bread-making.” — Sylvester Graham

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🎉 NATIONAL HOLIDAYS* – NOVEMBER 7

➤ National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day — A sweet salute to the rich combination of bittersweet chocolate and crunchy almonds, a classic pairing for candy lovers. SOURCE

➤ National Retinol Day — Recognizes retinol, a vitamin A derivative widely used in skincare products to help improve the appearance of fine lines and uneven skin tone. SOURCE

➤ National Bison Day — Observed on the first Saturday in November, this day honors America’s national mammal and its important place in the country’s natural and cultural history. SOURCE

➤ National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day — Encourages dog owners to learn about canine lymphoma, recognize potential warning signs, and discuss concerns with their veterinarian. SOURCE

➤ National Play Outside Day — Celebrated on the first Saturday of every month, it’s a reminder to step away from the screens and enjoy some fresh air, sunshine, and outdoor fun. SOURCE

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🥄 VIRAL RECIPE

Easy Bread Pudding

This easy, old-fashioned bread pudding from Little Sweet Baker uses just five ingredients: cinnamon raisin bread, milk, eggs, sugar and vanilla. The bread soaks up a creamy custard before baking into a golden dessert with a soft center and lightly crisp edges. Serve it warm with maple syrup or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a simple homemade treat.

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🛍️ DAILY DROPS

➤ Oreo Cookies & Crème Chocolate Santas — Oreo and Frankford Candy have teamed up for a new Christmas treat shaped like Santa Claus holding a present. Each chocolate Santa features a dark chocolate shell filled with sweet vanilla crème and crushed Oreo cookie pieces, combining the familiar cookies-and-cream flavor with a festive holiday design. SOURCE

➤ Nerds Crunch Pop Very Berry — Nerds is bringing its signature crunchy candy coating to the freezer aisle with a new strawberry-flavored frozen dessert. The pop features a chewy gummy center surrounded by Very Berry Nerds candy, adding a combination of creamy, crunchy and chewy textures to every bite. A nationwide release date has not yet been confirmed. SOURCE

➤ Sara Lee Mike’s Hot Honey Bread — Sara Lee has teamed up with Mike’s Hot Honey to introduce a limited-edition sandwich bread with a sweet honey flavor and a subtle chili pepper kick. The half loaf contains 12 slices and brings a little sweet heat to grilled cheese, turkey sandwiches and even French toast. The bread is being offered at grocery stores nationwide. SOURCE

🌘 That’s A Wrap!

👀 WORD YOU LOOK AT THAT

(Click phrase to reveal its origin)

BAGUETTE

Meaning: A long, thin loaf of French bread known for its crisp, golden crust and soft, airy interior.

So, where did it come from?
The word “baguette” comes from the French word meaning “wand” or “stick,” which perfectly describes the bread’s long, slender shape. Its roots can be traced to the Italian bacchetta, meaning “little stick,” and ultimately to the Latin baculum, meaning “staff.”

Although long loaves existed in France earlier, the baguette as we know it became especially popular during the early 20th century. One popular legend credits Napoleon Bonaparte with ordering bread shaped to fit inside soldiers’ uniforms, but there’s no reliable historical evidence supporting that story.

Another theory connects the baguette’s popularity to changes in French baking practices and working hours, when bakers needed bread that could be prepared and baked more quickly than traditional large loaves.

Today, the baguette is one of France’s most recognizable culinary symbols. In 2022, UNESCO recognized the craftsmanship and culture surrounding artisanal baguette bread as part of humanity’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.

So the next time you pick up a BAGUETTE, remember that this French favorite has come a long way. And after all these years, it’s still on a roll!

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