"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)

Latest answer — August 08, 2026

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A royal title appears before “of the Rings” in this epic fantasy film trilogy. 👑

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This clue's Saturday, August 08, 2026 appearance

Across

  1. 1"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)LORD
  2. 5Ambulance crew member: Abbr.EMT
  3. 8___ school (doctor's alma mater, for short)MED
  4. 11Brainstorm session outputIDEA
  5. 12British bathroom, informallyLOO
  6. 13Manning of the NFLELI
  7. 14Foot treatment, informallyPEDI
  8. 15___ Star State (Texas nickname)LONE
  9. 17Mont Blanc or Matterhorn, e.g.ALP
  10. 18Low-fat, as meatLEAN
  11. 20Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ ache before it rains" is true? Studies find pressure changes can worsen joint discomfort!BONES
  12. 22Parts of airplane seats where one might keep a beverageTRAYS
  13. 25Alphabet-starting trio of lettersABC
  14. 26Pioneering internet company: Abbr.AOL
  15. 27Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ lying down means it's about to rain" is true? Herd behavior can change before storms arrive!COWS
  16. 30Scottish headwearTAM
  17. 33Tra ___ (musical syllables): 2 wds.LALA
  18. 35Part of an exercise set, for shortREP
  19. 36Playfully shyCOY
  20. 38Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ chirps reveal the temperature" is true? Chirp rates rise as the air warms, as per Dolbear's Law!CRICKETS
  21. 40What "&" representsAND
  22. 41Opposite of positive, for shortNEG
  23. 42Jennifer Garner's 2001 thriller TV seriesALIAS
  24. 44Liability's counterpartASSET
  25. 47Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ cones close before rain" is true? Rising humidity makes their scales fold shut to protect seeds!PINE
  26. 49"Spelling" insectBEE
  27. 50"... and ___" (statement meant to end a conversation): 2 wds.THATSTHAT
  28. 55"Don't ___ stranger": 2 wds.BEA
  29. 56Forecast extremesLOWS
  30. 57Voice of Apple?SIRI
  31. 58Home security group lettersADT
  32. 59Crafty websiteETSY
  33. 60___ in your stepPEP

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  1. 1ChapStick targetLIP
  2. 2Tribute, in verseODE
  3. 3Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ sky at night means good weather" is true? A crimson sunset often hints at clearer skies tomorrow!RED
  4. 4Newspaper frequency, usuallyDAILY
  5. 5"Queen of Jazz" ___ FitzgeraldELLA
  6. 6Did you know the old wives' tale that "A ring around the ___ means rain is coming soon" is true? Icy halos often appear before wet fronts!MOON
  7. 7Elephant's weight, maybeTON
  8. 8"___ Girls" (Lindsay Lohan movie)MEAN
  9. 9___ Woods, protagonist of "Legally Blonde"ELLE
  10. 10Hummus and salsa, for chipsDIPS
  11. 16Tidal partner of "flow"EBB
  12. 19"Close this program" keyESC
  13. 21Month with a spooky last day, for shortOCT
  14. 22After-bath body powderTALC
  15. 23Sound from a big cat's denROAR
  16. 24"It's ___ ever wanted!": 2 wds.ALLI
  17. 25Egyptian slitherersASPS
  18. 28Portland state, for shortOREG
  19. 29Like a freshly watered plantWET
  20. 31Purple berry in smoothie bowlsACAI
  21. 32Lisa at The LouvreMONA
  22. 34Teen breakout, usuallyACNE
  23. 37Three-foot distances, for shortYDS
  24. 39Water-boiling vessel that whistlesKETTLE
  25. 42RSVP response, for shortANS
  26. 43"___ Go Crazy!" (Prince hit)LETS
  27. 44"Fernando" bandABBA
  28. 45Future fruit?SEED
  29. 46Padded bicycle partSEAT
  30. 47Cat feetPAWS
  31. 48"The ___ bitsy spider went up the water spout ..." (nursery rhyme line)ITSY
  32. 51Like a scorching summer dayHOT
  33. 52Word said twice before "hooray!"HIP
  34. 53"How ___ we doing today?"ARE
  35. 54It's left for a waiter, usuallyTIP

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. "The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy) — Answer: LORD. Hint: A royal title appears before “of the Rings” in this epic fantasy film trilogy. 👑
  2. 5. Ambulance crew member: Abbr. — Answer: EMT. Hint: This emergency responder rides along to provide immediate medical care. 🚑
  3. 8. ___ school (doctor's alma mater, for short) — Answer: MED. Hint: Think of the abbreviated kind of school where future doctors train. 🩺
  4. 11. Brainstorm session output — Answer: IDEA. Hint: A spark of inspiration that emerges from a creative group discussion 💡
  5. 12. British bathroom, informally — Answer: LOO. Hint: Think of the casual British term for a bathroom 🚻
  6. 13. Manning of the NFL — Answer: ELI. Hint: Think of the Giants quarterback from the famous Manning football family 🏈
  7. 14. Foot treatment, informally — Answer: PEDI. Hint: Think of the casual salon service that pampers your toes. 💅
  8. 15. ___ Star State (Texas nickname) — Answer: LONE. Hint: Think of the Texas nickname that celebrates its independent spirit. 🤠
  9. 17. Mont Blanc or Matterhorn, e.g. — Answer: ALP. Hint: Either famous peak is an example of a towering European mountain. 🏔️
  10. 18. Low-fat, as meat — Answer: LEAN. Hint: A butcher might use this word for meat with very little excess fat. 🥩
  11. 20. Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ ache before it rains" is true? Studies find pressure changes can worsen joint discomfort! — Answer: BONES. Hint: Think of the body’s sturdy framework, which may grumble when atmospheric pressure shifts. 🦴
  12. 22. Parts of airplane seats where one might keep a beverage — Answer: TRAYS. Hint: Look for the fold-down surfaces in front of you that can hold a drink. ✈️
  13. 25. Alphabet-starting trio of letters — Answer: ABC. Hint: Think of the first three symbols most children learn in kindergarten. 🔤
  14. 26. Pioneering internet company: Abbr. — Answer: AOL. Hint: This early online service became famous for mailing out discs that connected people to the web. 💿
  15. 27. Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ lying down means it's about to rain" is true? Herd behavior can change before storms arrive! — Answer: COWS. Hint: Think of the familiar farm animals whose behavior is said to forecast rain! 🐄
  16. 30. Scottish headwear — Answer: TAM. Hint: Think of the snug, brimless cap traditionally associated with Scottish dress. 🎩
  17. 33. Tra ___ (musical syllables): 2 wds. — Answer: LALA. Hint: Complete the playful solfège phrase by repeating the same sung syllable twice. 🎵
  18. 35. Part of an exercise set, for short — Answer: REP. Hint: A single round of an exercise movement is often abbreviated this way. 💪
  19. 36. Playfully shy — Answer: COY. Hint: A teasingly bashful attitude might be described this way. 😉
  20. 38. Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ chirps reveal the temperature" is true? Chirp rates rise as the air warms, as per Dolbear's Law! — Answer: CRICKETS. Hint: Think of the nighttime insects whose chirping gets faster as the air warms. 🦗
  21. 40. What "&" represents — Answer: AND. Hint: It’s the word you say when joining two ideas together. 🔗
  22. 41. Opposite of positive, for short — Answer: NEG. Hint: Think of the sign used for values below zero. ➖
  23. 42. Jennifer Garner's 2001 thriller TV series — Answer: ALIAS. Hint: Think of the spy thriller that launched Jennifer Garner into a thrilling double life 🕵️
  24. 44. Liability's counterpart — Answer: ASSET. Hint: Think of something valuable you own, balancing out what you owe. 💰
  25. 47. Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ cones close before rain" is true? Rising humidity makes their scales fold shut to protect seeds! — Answer: PINE. Hint: Think of the familiar evergreen tree whose seed-bearing cones can react to rising humidity 🌲
  26. 49. "Spelling" insect — Answer: BEE. Hint: This tiny pollinator is also famous for helping you spell! 🐝
  27. 50. "... and ___" (statement meant to end a conversation): 2 wds. — Answer: THATSTHAT. Hint: A firm phrase signaling that there’s nothing more to discuss. 🛑
  28. 55. "Don't ___ stranger": 2 wds. — Answer: BEA. Hint: Complete the familiar farewell that asks someone not to disappear from your life. 👋
  29. 56. Forecast extremes — Answer: LOWS. Hint: Think of the chilly ends a weather report may predict. 🌡️
  30. 57. Voice of Apple? — Answer: SIRI. Hint: This Apple helper can answer questions, set reminders, and respond to your voice. 🤖
  31. 58. Home security group letters — Answer: ADT. Hint: Think of the familiar company that helps protect homes. 🏠
  32. 59. Crafty website — Answer: ETSY. Hint: A popular online marketplace where handmade goods and vintage finds take center stage 🧶
  33. 60. ___ in your step — Answer: PEP. Hint: A little burst of confidence and energy can make your walk feel lighter. 💃

Down

  1. 1. ChapStick target — Answer: LIP. Hint: It’s the part of your face this balm is meant to soothe. 💋
  2. 2. Tribute, in verse — Answer: ODE. Hint: Think of a short poem written to honor someone or something 📜
  3. 3. Did you know the old wives' tale that "___ sky at night means good weather" is true? A crimson sunset often hints at clearer skies tomorrow! — Answer: RED. Hint: Think of the warm hue often seen across the evening horizon before fair weather. 🌅
  4. 4. Newspaper frequency, usually — Answer: DAILY. Hint: Think of the publication schedule most papers follow on ordinary weekdays 📰
  5. 5. "Queen of Jazz" ___ Fitzgerald — Answer: ELLA. Hint: Think of the legendary first name of jazz vocalist Fitzgerald 🎶
  6. 6. Did you know the old wives' tale that "A ring around the ___ means rain is coming soon" is true? Icy halos often appear before wet fronts! — Answer: MOON. Hint: Look up at the night sky for the object that can wear a glowing ring before rain arrives 🌙
  7. 7. Elephant's weight, maybe — Answer: TON. Hint: A very large animal might be measured in this heavy unit 🐘
  8. 8. "___ Girls" (Lindsay Lohan movie) — Answer: MEAN. Hint: Think of the word describing a catty school clique in this Lindsay Lohan comedy. 😼
  9. 9. ___ Woods, protagonist of "Legally Blonde" — Answer: ELLE. Hint: This fashionable law student proves that brains and style make a winning case! 💼
  10. 10. Hummus and salsa, for chips — Answer: DIPS. Hint: They’re tasty dunking companions that make chips disappear fast. 🥣
  11. 16. Tidal partner of "flow" — Answer: EBB. Hint: Think of the tide’s retreat—the opposite movement from coming in. 🌊
  12. 19. "Close this program" key — Answer: ESC. Hint: Use this key to cancel an action or back out of a program. 🛑
  13. 21. Month with a spooky last day, for short — Answer: OCT. Hint: Think of the abbreviated month that ends with Halloween night 🎃
  14. 22. After-bath body powder — Answer: TALC. Hint: A soft, moisture-absorbing powder often dusted on skin after drying off 🛁
  15. 23. Sound from a big cat's den — Answer: ROAR. Hint: Picture the deep, intimidating noise made by a lion or tiger. 🦁
  16. 24. "It's ___ ever wanted!": 2 wds. — Answer: ALLI. Hint: Complete the familiar phrase by saying this is the entirety of what someone has wished for. 💫
  17. 25. Egyptian slitherers — Answer: ASPS. Hint: These venomous snakes were famously associated with ancient Egyptian royalty. 🐍
  18. 28. Portland state, for short — Answer: OREG. Hint: Think of the Pacific Northwest state home to Portland, written in a compact abbreviation. 🗺️
  19. 29. Like a freshly watered plant — Answer: WET. Hint: It’s nicely soaked and far from parched 🌱
  20. 31. Purple berry in smoothie bowls — Answer: ACAI. Hint: This trendy Amazonian fruit gives smoothie bowls their deep purple color. 🫐
  21. 32. Lisa at The Louvre — Answer: MONA. Hint: Think of the enigmatic woman in Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous Louvre portrait. 🖼️
  22. 34. Teen breakout, usually — Answer: ACNE. Hint: A common skin flare-up that often appears during adolescence. 😬
  23. 37. Three-foot distances, for short — Answer: YDS. Hint: Think of the abbreviated units that measure three feet each. 📏
  24. 39. Water-boiling vessel that whistles — Answer: KETTLE. Hint: This stovetop helper lets out a sharp signal when your water is ready. 🫖
  25. 42. RSVP response, for short — Answer: ANS. Hint: A brief reply indicating whether you’ll attend an invitation or not. 💌
  26. 43. "___ Go Crazy!" (Prince hit) — Answer: LETS. Hint: This Prince hit invites everyone to unleash their wild side! 🎶
  27. 44. "Fernando" band — Answer: ABBA. Hint: Think of the Swedish pop quartet behind this catchy 1970s hit. 🎶
  28. 45. Future fruit? — Answer: SEED. Hint: Think of the tiny beginning inside a fruit that could grow into something more. 🌱
  29. 46. Padded bicycle part — Answer: SEAT. Hint: It’s the cushioned spot where a cyclist parks themselves 🚲
  30. 47. Cat feet — Answer: PAWS. Hint: These are the soft little feet your feline friend pads around on. 🐱
  31. 48. "The ___ bitsy spider went up the water spout ..." (nursery rhyme line) — Answer: ITSY. Hint: Recall the catchy nursery-rhyme word that describes this tiny spider. 🕷️
  32. 51. Like a scorching summer day — Answer: HOT. Hint: Think of the kind of weather that makes you reach for a cold drink. ☀️
  33. 52. Word said twice before "hooray!" — Answer: HIP. Hint: It’s the upbeat word traditionally repeated before a celebratory cheer. 🎉
  34. 53. "How ___ we doing today?" — Answer: ARE. Hint: A simple verb completes this casual check-in about how things are going today. 🙂
  35. 54. It's left for a waiter, usually — Answer: TIP. Hint: A small extra payment is often given to show appreciation for good service. 💰

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The answer to “"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)” in the Daily Themed crossword is LORD — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the Daily Themed crossword on August 8, 2026, a Saturday puzzle, at 1-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)” answer

LORD (4 letters)

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Why the answer is LORD

A royal title appears before “of the Rings” in this epic fantasy film trilogy. 👑

When else has “"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)” appeared?

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What is the answer to “"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)”?

The answer is LORD, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the Daily Themed crossword on August 8, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)”?

4 letters: LORD.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the Daily Themed crossword on August 8, 2026 (a Saturday puzzle), at 1-Across.

Can “"The ___ of the Rings" (film trilogy)” have a different answer?

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