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mystery

/ˈmɪstri/ noun · British & US
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What does mystery mean?

noun

A thing that is difficult to understand or explain; a secret or enigma. A novel or play that is exciting and suspenseful, often with a surprising or unexpected ending.

Example

"The detective was determined to solve the mystery of the missing treasure."

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