-ate is the most common way of spelling the sound /ut/ in a weak final syllable.
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accurate |
Does spelling need to be accurate?
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affectionate |
He's a very affectionate child.
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appropriate |
His clothes were appropriate for the weather.
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approximate |
We asked for an approximate price.
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certificate |
The college awarded me a certificate.
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chocolate |
I love chocolate mousse.
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climate |
Our climate is changing due to human actions.
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considerate |
He was always kind and considerate.
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deliberate |
Was that a deliberate mistake?
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desperate |
I am desperate for some chocolate.
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duplicate |
I will make a duplicate on the photocopier.
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estimate |
I estimate we'll land in forty minutes.
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fortunate |
I was fortunate to win the prize.
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graduate |
She will graduate next year.
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immediate |
Please give this task your immediate attention.
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moderate |
The principal visited the class to moderate the behaviour.
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passionate |
She is very passionate about football.
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private |
Many scientists working for the government have left for the private sector.
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separate |
The teacher had to separate the fighting children.
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ultimate |
His ultimate goal was to buy the house.
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