I am second among a dozen and very short. Every 4 years, I change? - Answer & Explanation | Riddle Up

Riddle

I am second among a dozen and very short. Every 4 years, I change.

Choose an answer

A.A person

B.A tree

C.A building

D.February

Hint: It's a word with 8 letters, starting with "F".

Answer

February

Why this is the answer

Think about the literal properties of a 'february.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.

This riddle is filed under Expert Riddles for Adults and rated Hard.

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