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mystery

When used as a noun, "mystery" can be both countable (e.g., "a mystery") and uncountable depending on whether you are referring to a specific puzzle or the general concept of secrecy. As an adjective, it is often used to describe something that is intentionally kept secret for a surprise, such as a "mystery gift" or "mystery trip." In literature and film, the term refers specifically to the genre. In this context, it is common to see it used interchangeably with "detective story" or "whodunnit."

💬Trò chuyện

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Maya is texting Ryan while he is supposedly cleaning the apartment.
Maya

Where did you put my charger? It's a total mystery.

Maya
Ryan
Ryan

Idk. I might've messed it up while tidying.

💡
Maya uses 'mystery' sarcastically to express frustration that Ryan has likely lost or misplaced her item. Ryan uses the phrasal verb 'messed up' to vaguely admit he might have caused the problem, reflecting his oblivious nature.

Ý nghĩa

noun

Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain.

"The disappearance of the plane remains a complete mystery."

noun

A novel, play, or movie in which a crime is solved through clues and investigation.

"She enjoys reading a classic Agatha Christie mystery before bed."

adjective

Difficult or impossible to understand; enigmatic.

"The mystery guest was revealed at the end of the gala."

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