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Riddles have been around for centuries, challenging our minds and pushing us to think outside the box. They test not just logic but also how carefully we listen to words. Sometimes, what seems like a question about numbers or facts turns out to be a puzzle about language itself. One such clever riddle that plays with words rather than numbers is the one we’re exploring today.
Question
“I am in between 4 and 6, but not 5. What am I?”
Answer
AND
Answer Explanation
At first glance, most people immediately think of numbers if something is between 4 and 6, it must be 5. But the riddle clearly says “not 5,” so the trick lies in reading it differently.
Look closely at the sentence itself: “I am in between 4 and 6.”
The word ‘AND’ literally appears in between 4 and 6 in the sentence. This riddle is a perfect example of wordplay, where the answer isn’t found in math or logic, but in the structure of the phrase itself.
So, the next time you encounter a riddle like this, remember it’s not always about being clever with numbers; sometimes it’s about being clever with words.
