Part carbon, part water, I am poison to the fishes. Many falsely claim my name, I am the pause that refreshes. What am I?

Part carbon, part water, I am poison to the fishes. Many falsely claim my name, I am the pause that refreshes. What am I?

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Taken from a mine and then locked up in a wooden case. I am used by students everyday.

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What is so delicate that saying its name breaks it?

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I hold two meanings. With one I may be broken with the other I hold on.

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I'm very tempting so its said I have a shiny coat of red and my flesh is white beneath. I smell so sweet taste good to eat and help to guard your teeth.

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I am a precious stone, as clear as a diamond. Though you can walk on water with my power, try to keep me, and I'll vanish in an hour. What am I?

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Jan 30, 2026

What did the piece of wood say when he saw the screwdriver and screws approaching?

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