Short Riddles

Short riddles with answers are most often just one or two sentences long. But don’t be fooled, these short riddles could be very tricky as well.

Deaf, Dumb and Blind

What is it that is deaf, dumb and blind and always tells the truth?

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What is the timepiece that needs no winding?

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It runs and runs but can never flee. It is often watched, yet never sees. When long it brings boredom, when short it brings fear. What is it?

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What is bought by the yard and worn by the foot?

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I have three feet but no arms or legs. What am I?

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