RIDDLE 1
The cat arranged his four paws on the desk
and wrapped his tail around them neatly.
Peering at you, the cat observed:
“what a curious AMALGAM of clues.
Why are some letters in circles?”
Find the 7 letter string that will fill in the blanks
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In case you missed it here is the link to the large old book