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SPOTTING the playful dog is easy, but can you outsmart everyone and find the four hidden words in this optical illusion?

Time to put your vision skills to the test and solve this tricky brainteaser in just seven seconds or less.

Can you spot the four hidden words?
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Can you spot the four hidden words?Credit: Shakethebrain.com

This image is known as an optical illusion, meaning there could be other not-so obvious elements to be found

The challenge here is to spot the four hidden words perfectly blended into this family's living room.

Everyone can quickly see the dog, but only those with 20/20 vision can solve this mind-bending puzzle.

Are you able to find them or will you be left scratching your head?

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It might seem a bit daunting at first, but the key is to carefully examine each section of the scene.

You might wish to start from the top left corner of the image and work your way down, or maybe do the complete opposite - whatever gives you more confidence!

Another useful tactic is picking one person and analyse what's around them.

Did you manage to spot the four hidden words? If so, congratulations!

Still struggling to find it? Have a look at the solution image at the bottom to find out where they are.

Everyone can see the exam papers but you have 20-20 vision and a high IQ if you spot the calculator in less than 9 secs

How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?

Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.

Some benefits include:

  • Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
  • Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
  • Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
  • Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
  • Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.

Did you know that solving optical illusions is a great way of training your brain and improving creative thinking?

Brainteasers are purposefully designed to trick our vision and can be used as simple determiners of intelligence.

So you might want to try The Sun's wide range of optical illusions created to stimulate the deepest parts of your brain.

In this puzzle, everyone can see the bird but a missing puppy is lurking somewhere as he awaits a rescue.

If you think you have a high IQ, then try spotting the escaped parrot in under seven seconds in this brainteaser.

And if you are a true football fan with the eyes of a hawk, you will be able to spot the hidden ticket in under 45 seconds.

The hidden words were: rug, window, brain and lamp. Did you find them all?
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The hidden words were: rug, window, brain and lamp. Did you find them all?Credit: Shakethebrain.com
Can you spot the missing puppy in this scene?
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Can you spot the missing puppy in this scene?Credit: Bright Sight
Can you spot the escaped parrot in under 7 seconds?
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Can you spot the escaped parrot in under 7 seconds?
Find the hidden ticket in this dynamic football scene in under 45 seconds
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Find the hidden ticket in this dynamic football scene in under 45 secondsCredit: Seatpic
Did you find the puppy?
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Did you find the puppy?Credit: Bright sight
The hidden parrot can be seen on the left balcony
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The hidden parrot can be seen on the left balcony
Did you spot the ticket?
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Did you spot the ticket?Credit: Seatpic
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