
These words use the letters ir or ear to spell the sound /er/.
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affirm |
I affirm my faith in my religion.
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confirm |
I'd like to confirm my booking.
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infirm |
The old and infirm need much help.
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circular |
We were diverted on a long circular route.
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circulation |
This newspaper has a large circulation.
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circuit |
He completed the training circuit first.
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earnest |
They conversation sounded very earnest.
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research |
Medical research will help cure more illnesses.
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Learn more about these words in Unit 11. Spelling choices for /er/ sound: er, ir, ur, ear + wor
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