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What Flies Around All Day But Never Goes Anywhere?

What Flies Around All Day but Never Goes Anywhere? is a riddle about something on a pole. Guess, then tap Show Answer.

Riddle: What flies around all day but never goes anywhere?
Answer: Flag

Need a hint?

You’ll see one outside town halls and schools, flapping in the wind.

Answer and explanation (spoiler!)

The answer is a flag.

We say a flag “flies” when it flaps in the wind. It can fly all day long, but it stays tied to its pole and never goes anywhere.

The riddle uses “flies” like a bird or plane, when it means waving in the breeze.

Difficulty: Easy · Best for: ages 6 and up

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FAQ

Are there other answers?

A kite on a string or a windsock also fit. Flag is the classic answer.

Is this good for kids?

Yes, it’s a quick and easy riddle.