Even though x makes the (ks) sound, soft c is still needed to spell the (s) sound.
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exceed |
It is an offence to exceed the speed limit.
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excel |
David hopes to excel in his science exam.
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excellent |
Jane and Jim are excellent dancers.
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except |
I'll eat anything except bananas.
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exception |
I'll make an exception and let you stay up late tonight.
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excerpt |
I'm looking online for an excerpt from the film.
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excess |
There was an excess of noise at the party.
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excessive |
Excessive eating causes bad health.
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excited |
The children are so excited about their first flight.
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exciting |
Both halves of the game were exciting.
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exceptional |
The dance was exceptional.
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excitement |
The football commentator yelled in excitement.
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* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
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Spelling games using the word list: exc words
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
Print worksheets and activities: exc words
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