Riddle Hints for April 26, 2026
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Hint 1: Category
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Hint 1: Category
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This is a lateral riddle. Difficulty: medium.
Hint 2: First Letter
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Hint 2: First Letter
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The answer starts with the letter "T".
Hint 3: In-Game Hint
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Hint 3: In-Game Hint
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Both drinks came from the same pitcher.
Hint 4: More Detail
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Hint 4: More Detail
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One man drank slowly, the other quickly.
Hint 5: Full Answer
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Hint 5: Full Answer
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The answer is: THE POISON WAS IN THE ICE CUBES. The poison was in the ice cubes. The man who drank quickly finished his tea before the ice melted, so he didn't consume the poison. The man who drank slowly gave the ice time to melt, releasing the poison into his drink.
Today's Answer
“Two men drink the exact same poisoned iced tea. One dies immediately; the other survives. How?”
the poison was in the ice cubes
The poison was in the ice cubes. The man who drank quickly finished his tea before the ice melted, so he didn't consume the poison. The man who drank slowly gave the ice time to melt, releasing the poison into his drink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Riddle of the Day answer today (April 26, 2026)?
The Riddle of the Day answer for April 26, 2026 is "the poison was in the ice cubes". The poison was in the ice cubes. The man who drank quickly finished his tea before the ice melted, so he didn't consume the poison. The man who drank slowly gave the ice time to melt, releasing the poison into his drink.
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Read the riddle and type your answer. You have 10 guesses and can reveal up to 4 progressive hints. Articles (a, an, the) are ignored when checking your answer.
What category is today's riddle?
Today's riddle is in the lateral category and is rated medium difficulty.