I promise what isn’t there...

Daily Riddle #100—Nov 27, 2025

Riddle of the Day

I shimmer where the heat is born,
A ghost upon the plain.
I promise what isn’t there,
Then vanish once again.
What am I?

MetaRiddle of the Day

Solve the metaphor in each line with a single word, then put the three words in order. Thinking about whether they can make a plausible sentence will help you rule out incorrect responses. The final sentence that you will make is itself a metaphor; solve it to get the puzzle’s final answer. (Clues below)

1. A turning handle that begs the hand to work.
2. A razor’s harmless deed, in one verb.
3. A cedar wand with a graphite heart.

1._______ 2._______ 3._______

Find the word to which this final metaphor refers: _________

Clues for the three words

The first letters of each word:

1. c
2. s
3. p

Clue for the final word

The first letter of final answer: p s

Riddle Answer: Mirage

MetaRiddle Answer

Line 1 → crank
Line 2 → shaves
Line 3 → pencil

Final sentence: Crank shaves pencil.

Final answer: pencil sharpener

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