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What gets tighter when stretched?

A budget

Why this works

This riddle plays on the double meaning of the word "tight." When you stretch a budget—by trying to allocate more money than is available or by increasing expenses—it often becomes "tighter," meaning there’s less room for flexibility or spending. Thus, while stretching typically implies more space or looseness, in the context of a budget, it ironically leads to a situation where resources feel even more constrained!

Common Wrong Answers

“A rubber band”

While a rubber band does stretch and can become tighter, it doesn't fit the context of the riddle as it doesn't inherently refer to a financial concept like a budget.

“A pair of pants”

A pair of pants can become tighter when worn, but this does not relate to the concept of being 'stretched' in the way that a budget is stretched financially.

“A piece of string”

A piece of string can become tighter when pulled, but it lacks the metaphorical context of financial constraints that a budget represents.

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