This is a spelling list with compound words which are words composed of two root words.
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handsome |
He was handsome.
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sidewalk |
I hurt my leg when I fell down on the sidewalk today.
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grandmother |
The Grandmother had no regrets about her life.
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grandfather |
Ricky grandfather was born in Lima.
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downstairs |
Excitedly, the boys rushed downstairs on Christmas morning.
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railroad |
The slaves used the underground railroad.
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playground |
The boys were involved in a scuffle on the playground.
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yourself |
Be careful not to burn yourself on the candle.
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photograph |
My camera takes a good photograph.
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notebook |
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keyboard |
I am typing on my computer keyboard.
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bookstore |
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