Since pre- means before, and post- means after, using both in the same word would be...

I am best when I am long, standing tall and straight, I look my best when stiff and firm, a truly proud estate, I’m known to release some sticky sap when fully grown and ripe, And if you handle me too much, you’ll need a cloth to wipe.

We all play air versions of these, stroking imaginary air keys. Hit a nice chord with this actual thing, you'll likely be strumming on a ______ string.

Despite riddles to the contrary, I can go down a chimney. I just need to be closed.

Why couldn't the pasta get into his apartment? Because he had