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What lies in a tunnel of darkness. That can only attack when pulled back?
I have a tongue, but do not talk. I follow close, but neither run nor walk. Coupled and hitched, but never married. You couldn't bear the load I've carried.
You can tumble in it, roll in it, burn it, animal eat it. Used to cover floors, still used beyond stall doors. Freshens whatever it is placed on. Absorbs whatever is poured into it.
You can spin, wheel and twist, but this thing can turn without moving. What is it?
Give it food and it will live, give it water and it will die.
When is it bad luck to see a black cat?