A mile from end to end, yet as close to as a friend. A precious commodity, freely given. Seen on the dead and on the living. Found on the rich, poor, short and tall, but shared among children most of all.

A mile from end to end, yet as close to as a friend. A precious commodity, freely given. Seen on the dead and on the living. Found on the rich, poor, short and tall, but shared among children most of all.

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What is lengthened by being cut at both ends?

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With sharp edged wit and pointed poise. It can settle disputes without making a noise.

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I’m grown from darkness but shine with a pale light. Very round I am and always a lady's delight.

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