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I am a strong as ten men Yet ten men cannot stand me up. What am I?

Water

Why this works

This riddle plays with the dual meanings of strength and support. "I am as strong as ten men" implies that water has incredible power, especially in large quantities, such as in floods or waves. However, the second line, "Yet ten men cannot stand me up," highlights that while water can exert great force, it cannot be physically supported or made to stand upright like solid objects. Thus, the riddle cleverly contrasts the strength of water with its inability to maintain a fixed shape.

Common Wrong Answers

“A mountain”

A mountain is indeed strong and can be much larger than ten men, but it can be physically stood up since it is a solid structure.

“A tree”

While a tree can be strong and provide shelter, it can also be cut down and does not represent the fluidity and supportive nature of water.

“A bridge”

A bridge is strong and can support weight, but it is a constructed object that can be physically stood up, contradicting the riddle's premise.

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