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mystery

[mis-tuh-ree, -tree] / ˈmɪs tə ri, -tri /


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Embroidered in wool thread, the tapestry tells its story in words and images, but its origins have remained shrouded in some mystery and much speculation.

From Barron's • Jul. 8, 2026

Z, international man of mystery, exists because Oliver willed him into being during a March shoutout on “Last Week Tonight.”

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2026

Lee said other churches in the area received similar mystery gifts in 2022 but St Wilfrid's Church never found it until Good Friday, on 3 April.

From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026

"We really don't know why. That's a big mystery, and a very important one."

From Science Daily • Jul. 3, 2026

She could do with less mystery in her life, especially on a morning like this.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn




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