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Inside a burning house, this thing is best to make. And best to make it quickly, before the fire's too much to take.
Each morning I appear to lie at your feet, all day I follow no matter how fast you run. Yet I nearly perish in the midday sun.
It regulates our daily movements, but it feels no interest in our lives. It directs us when to come and go, but does not care if we pay attention. What is it?
Though blind as well, can lead the blind well.
A box without hinges, lock or key, yet golden treasure lies within.
What flies without wings?