What does this brainteaser wordplay mean?

Thread starter bnorris10
Start date Jan 12, 2008

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The brain teaser presented is "DOG THE," which participants are trying to decipher. One suggestion is that it could refer to "the underdog," although this was dismissed as too simple. Another example shared is "S ... D COUSIN," which translates to "second cousin, once removed." The discussion revolves around finding creative interpretations of these word puzzles, highlighting the challenge and enjoyment of solving brain teasers.

Jan 12, 2008

bnorris10

I need help with this brain teaser please

DOG
THE

What does this mean?

An example of a similar brainteaser is

ablueoncemoon

~Answer~ once in a blue moon

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Jan 12, 2008

turbo

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How about "the underdog"

Jan 12, 2008

bnorris10

you know that was my first guess just figured it was to easy

Jan 12, 2008

DaveC426913

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My favourite has always been:

S ... D COUSIN

(second cousin, once removed)

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