Cluword for August 26, 2026 — Clue, Hints & Answer
Medium · 6 Letters · WednesdayArchive · Puzzle #102
Need help with Cluword for August 26, 2026? This page collects the Medium clue, all hints, and the final answer with a short explanation.
Today's cryptic clue
“Short blade with a long history.”
Progressive hints
Hint 1 of 3
Et tu, Brute? Found one.
Hint 2 of 3
Crossword symbol for footnote.
Hint 3 of 3
Six letters. Doubles its G.
Answer
Reveal the answer for August 26, 2026
DAGGER
A double definition with a typographic twist: the dagger is the short blade of Brutus and Macbeth, and also the † symbol used for footnotes after the asterisk.