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# [When Mongoose Virtuals Disappear: Understanding the Lean() Tradeoff](https://mongo-virtuals-disappear-bug.hashnode.dev/when-mongoose-virtuals-disappear-understanding-the-lean-tradeoff?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Mongoose virtuals missing in queries? Learn how lean() removes virtuals and the correct fix using lean({ virtuals: true }).

Feb 19 · 4 min read · mongo-virtuals-disappear-bug.hashnode.dev  
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