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I never was but always will be. No one ever saw me but everyone knows I exist. I give people the motivation to better themselves everyday
I have long legs crooked thighs little head and no eyes.
So cold damp and dark I am. To stay you would refrain yet those who occupy me do never complain.
Every night I'm told what to do, and each morning I do what I'm told. But I still don't escape your scold. What am I?
What asks but never answers?
Though not a plant, has leaves. Though not a beast, has spine. Though many wouldn't need this thing, It's more valuable than wine.