Explore this spelling list: Year 5, Term 3, Week 9: -ant, -ance, -ancy endings. Our page is packed with activities, games, and resources to help you succeed. Click on Learn, Games, Test, Print, or Write to explore all the available spelling tools.
These words end in -ant, -ance, or -ancy. How many can you spell?
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expectancy |
Life expectancy is the average number of years a person is expected to live.
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hesitant |
John was hesitant to stand up and speak.
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lightning |
That was a huge flash of lightning.
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muscles |
Tendons connects muscles to bones.
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neighbour
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Their new neighbour was very kind.
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observant |
The security guard was very observant.
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persuade |
Can I persuade you to have another slice of this cake?
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programme
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What is your favourite programme on television?
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tolerance |
The cacti have a considerable tolerance for heat.
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tolerant |
Be tolerant of others: it helps us to get along with each other better.
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Against the Clock
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Mayan Temple
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Monkey Business
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