The spelling rule i before e except after c works MOST of the time but not always. This list shows many of the cei words that DO obey the rule.
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ceiling |
We've painted the ceiling white.
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receipt |
You will need your receipt if you want to exchange the item.
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receive |
Did you receive my last letter?
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deceive |
The liar tried to deceive me.
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conceive |
We are trying to conceive.
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perceive |
I perceive no other option.
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deceit |
The criminal was a master of deceit.
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conceited |
I couldn't believe how conceited he was.
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