My first is quite a sin by name,
My third its simple cure;
My second puts an end to fame,
My whole of ease is sure.

is solved by Sinecure.

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The paradox—

Cut off my head, it is unshaken,
Cut off my tail, you turn it round,
But if both head and tail are taken,
Unconquered still I hold my ground.

is solved by TIT.

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The charade—