Pay attention to odd shapes: The knife may be concealed by shapes that don’t immediately catch your attention, but give them another look.
The Fix
Don’t panic if you’ve located the envelope, straw, and egg but still can’t find the knife. This problem is meant to be difficult. Look again close to the window and the wheelchair; the knife is incorporated into the scene in a subtle way that complements the stormy backdrop.
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