riddle

noun

1
set a difficult problem or riddle
riddle me a riddle
2
explain a riddle
3
speak in riddles
4
spread or diffuse through
An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration
music penetrated the entire building
5
pierce with many holes
The bullets riddled his body
6
separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff

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