Riddle

Heart of stone within a tree, I'll help your words to outlive thee. But if you push me as I stand, the more I move, the less I am. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.A pen
B.A crayon
C.Chalk
D.A pencil.
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 7 letters, starting with "A".

Answer

A pencil.

Why this is the answer

This writing tool has a graphite 'lead' core encased in wood, and wears down as you use it.

This riddle is filed under Planet Riddles and rated Medium.

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