The letters ough can be used to spell many different sounds.
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though |
Even though he was tired he kept running.
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although |
Although it was raining, the children still wanted to go out to play.
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through |
He kicked the ball through the window.
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thorough |
This room needs a thorough clean.
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borough |
A borough is a large town or district.
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thoroughly |
Everyone was thoroughly bored by the end of the long journey.
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