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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle

Why can some people solve anagrams immediately?

A jumble of letters, or a good read?
A jumble of letters, or a good read? Photograph: megaflopp/Getty Images

Why can some people see the solutions to anagrams instantly? I stare at them for some time and cannot work them out, while I have friends who can solve them immediately. Annie Wilshere, St Asaph

Post your answers (and new questions) below or send them to nq@theguardian.com. A selection will be published next Sunday.

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