Jumble Answers for 11/14/2026

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BTROU = TURBO

BCICU = CUBIC

NTDTAE = ATTEND

NIESGU = GENIUS

CARTOON ANSWER:

AFTER FINDING CONTAMINANTS IN THE NEW SPACE CAPSULE, THE TEST FLIGHT HAD TO BE – – –

SCRUBBED

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RB BC ED US = SCRUBBED

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🚀 A LITTLE SPACE TO CLEAN

Today’s cartoon takes us to a launch pad where a new space capsule is getting some unexpected attention. Contaminants have been discovered before its test flight, and now the cleaning crew is hard at work getting everything shipshape. One worker is reaching up with a long-handled brush while another is down on her hands and knees giving the floor a good going-over. When safety is on the line, sometimes you just have to wipe the launch schedule clean.

🧩 CLUE WORD BREAKDOWN

BTROU = TURBO

Seemed like it took forever.

Last used: 03/13/2021 as BORUT

BCICU = CUBIC

No trouble.

Last used: 02/22/2023 as BCCIU

NTDTAE = ATTEND

Needed an extra glance.

Last used: 04/27/2025 as NAETDT

NIESGU = GENIUS

My pick for hardest.

Last used: 06/15/2025 as UGSENI

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➤ HOUSTON, WE HAVE A HOLDUP

The man on the left wears a lab coat and safety glasses, with neatly combed-back hair and a mustache. He explains that the countdown will need to start over. The woman, also wearing safety glasses, has a visible ID badge on her left chest and points out that the contaminants were discovered before the rocket left the ground.

➤ MISSION: IM-MOP-SIBLE

Inside the capsule, one worker stands with a long-handled brush pressed against the ceiling, with action lines showing the vigorous cleaning. Another worker is down on her knees, using a brush in each hand. Curved motion lines around both brushes show her working the floor in circular motions.

➤ ROOM WITH A LAUNCH VIEW

The open capsule reveals a seat, a control panel with a display and buttons, and rounded windows on either side. Beyond the capsule, some grass, a body of water, and clouds in the sky complete the launch-site setting.

🧠 Final Solve

The final answer was an 8-letter anagram that solved into a single 8-letter layout. Our first solve of the weekend didn’t keep me idle for long. With such a short answer, I decided to tackle this one in my head without writing anything down. With all the clue words solved and no mental gymnastics required, SCRUBBED was instantly visible for a clean finish. If today’s solve slowed you down, our nudges were the visual of the capsule being SCRUBBED for contaminants, as well as the dialogue about the canceled, or SCRUBBED, test flight.

🪐 Click-To-Reveal Facts*: About Space Shuttle Launches

➤ How many of NASA’s Space Shuttle launch attempts were scrubbed?
Of the 255 recorded launch attempts during the Space Shuttle program, 120 did not result in liftoff on that attempt. The program ultimately completed 135 successful launches.
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➤ How much could a canceled Space Shuttle launch cost NASA?
NASA estimated that canceling a shuttle launch after fueling had begun could cost as much as $1.2 million per attempt.
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➤ What caused the very first Space Shuttle launch delay?
Columbia’s first launch attempt, for mission STS-1, was postponed on April 10, 1981, because of a computer software problem. Two days later, on April 12, Columbia successfully lifted off at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time, beginning NASA’s first Space Shuttle mission.
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💬 SAY WHAT?

“All things come round to him who will but wait.” — Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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🗳️ 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* – NOVEMBER 14

➤ National Pickle Day — Whether you prefer crunchy dill spears, sweet bread-and-butter slices, or a pickle straight from the jar, today celebrates the tangy, briny snack that adds a little zip to sandwiches, burgers, and snack plates. SOURCE

➤ National Seat Belt Day — A reminder that one simple click can make a tremendous difference. Buckling up before every drive is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and your passengers on the road. SOURCE

➤ National Family PJ Day — Break out the matching pajamas, cozy slippers, and favorite blankets. It’s a day to enjoy some family togetherness, whether that means watching a movie, playing games, or simply relaxing at home. SOURCE

➤ National Spicy Guacamole Day — Give creamy mashed avocados a fiery kick with jalapeños, serrano peppers, or your favorite hot sauce. Grab some tortilla chips and enjoy a zesty twist on the classic dip. SOURCE

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🥄 VIRAL RECIPE

Mini Cosmic Brownie Bites

These bite-sized chocolate treats bring all the fun of classic cosmic brownies into a miniature dessert. Rich, fudgy chocolate topped with a smooth chocolate coating and colorful sprinkles makes them a sweet little treat that’s out of this world.
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📰 DAILY DROPS

➤NERDS, Fun Dip and Brach’s Roll Out New Holiday Candy

Three familiar candy brands have introduced some colorful treats for the 2026 holiday season. NERDS Blizzard Punch Juicy Gummy Clusters feature a fruity filling surrounded by blue-and-white crunchy pieces, marking the brand’s first seasonal Juicy Gummy Clusters flavor. Fun Dip Candy Canes pair cherry and green apple candy canes with watermelon and strawberry dipping powders, while Brach’s Peppermint Candy Cane Ropes offer a soft, chewy twist on the traditional peppermint candy cane.

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➤Ocean Spray Introduces Chocolate-Covered Cranberry Sauce

Thanksgiving cranberry sauce is getting a chocolate makeover. Ocean Spray has teamed up with Compartés Chocolate and cookbook author Carolina Gelen to introduce Chocolate Covered Cranberry Sauce Bites. The limited-edition treats combine tart cranberry sauce with a rich chocolate coating, turning a familiar holiday side dish into a bite-sized dessert.

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➤Buffalo Wild Wings Adds Three Pickle-Inspired Menu Items

Pickle lovers have three new reasons to visit Buffalo Wild Wings. The chain’s limited-time Pickle Sauce coats its signature wings in a tangy dill glaze, while the new Pickle Chips feature hand-battered, fried pickle slices finished with smoky chipotle BBQ seasoning. There’s also a Pickle Margarita combining pickle juice, tequila, lime sour, and a spicy Tajín rim. The new menu arrived at participating locations on November 10.

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🌒 That’s A Wrap!

👀 WORD YOU LOOK AT THAT

(Click phrase to reveal its origin)

SCRUB

Meaning: To clean something by rubbing vigorously, or to cancel a planned event, particularly a rocket launch or space mission.

So, where did it come from?
The word “scrub” has a fascinating history that goes back centuries before rockets ever reached the skies. It comes from the Middle English scrobben, related to Dutch and Germanic words meaning to rub, scrape, or clean. Originally, scrubbing meant using physical effort to remove dirt or unwanted material from a surface.

By 1828, the word had taken on another meaning: to cancel or eliminate something. This likely developed from the idea of rubbing out or erasing an entry from a written list. During World War II, the expression became especially popular among military aviators when planned flying missions were canceled.

As aviation advanced into the space age, the terminology followed. Today, when engineers discover a technical problem or unfavorable weather conditions, a rocket launch can be “scrubbed” before liftoff.

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