using 16, and then 17, extra letters.

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144. A CHARADE

My first is a cover,
My second a city;
The whole you discover
With this if you’re witty.

[Solution]

145. BURIED RIVERS

The deaf and dumb girl began gesticulating with a message, and her delivery was ever neat, with graceful pose in every attitude.

Four rivers are buried here.

[Solution]

146. ANSWER BY ANAGRAM