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What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?

Short Add the letter 'er' and it becomes the word 'Shorter'

Why this works

This riddle plays on the dual meanings of the word "short." Initially, we think of "short" as a five-letter word, but when you add the letters 'er,' it transforms into "shorter," which ironically means less tall or less lengthy. The clever twist here lies in the fact that while the word itself gains two letters, it simultaneously denotes a state of being shorter, making it a delightful play on words!

Common Wrong Answers

“Small”

The word 'small' does not change or become 'smaller' with the addition of two letters, and it doesn't relate to the concept of being 'shorter'.

“Quick”

The word 'quick' does not have any transformation that relates to becoming shorter when adding letters; it also does not have a direct connection to the riddle's theme.

“Brief”

The word 'brief' means something similar to 'short' but does not transform in a way that reflects the riddle's instruction of becoming shorter with additional letters.

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