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riddle me that, Batman

idiom
Meaning

Said to demand that the listener take notice of a question or situation just mentioned, especially one that is particularly difficult to solve or explain.


Origin

disputed origin

From the formulaic phrase riddle me this, additionally referring to the Batman comic book universe, in which the fictional supervillain the Riddler would pose puzzles for Batman to solve (riddle).

Examples
SIMPLE

If you are so smart, riddle me that, Batman.

CONTEXTUAL

You say you want to save money but you just bought a new car; riddle me that, Batman.

COMPLEX

If the system is designed to reward efficiency yet consistently produces such chaotic results, riddle me that, Batman.

Anchors to
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    riddle wrapped in an enigma

    Something very mysterious and hidden.

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