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Cluword for August 21, 2026 — Clue, Hints & Answer

Hard · 5 Letters · Friday Archive · Puzzle #97

Need help with Cluword for August 21, 2026? This page collects the Hard clue, all hints, and the final answer with a short explanation.

Today's cryptic clue

“Hidden inside 'arrival', and not your friend.”

Progressive hints

Hint 1 of 3
Competitor with feelings.
Hint 2 of 3
Anagram of 'viral', appropriately.
Hint 3 of 3
Five letters. Starts with R.

Answer

Reveal the answer for August 21, 2026

RIVAL

A hidden-word clue: RIVAL sits inside 'aRRIVAL' — read straight across. The bonus hint notes RIVAL is an anagram of VIRAL, 'appropriately' for competition.

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