The June 18, 2026 Cluword was rated Medium. Below you'll find the clue exactly as it appeared, the progressive hints, and the answer with a short explanation.
Today's cryptic clue
“Tooth's hat, king's bling.”
Progressive hints
Hint 1 of 3
Top of the head, or what dentists install.
Hint 2 of 3
Holiday Inn or royal headwear.
Hint 3 of 3
Five letters. Starts with C.
Answer
Reveal the answer for June 18, 2026
CROWN
A double definition spanning royalty and dentistry: kings wear crowns, dentists install them on teeth, and the crown is also the top of your head.