Chop the word into syllables, spell one syllable at a time.
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spectacle |
The fireworks were a wonderful spectacle.
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complete |
This was a complete waste of time.
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operator |
The machine operator is an expert at his work.
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investigate |
The police investigate all crimes.
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interview |
He thought about the interview with apprehension.
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composer |
The composer was a great man.
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controller |
His controller was new.
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fertilise
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The farmer had to fertilise the fields.
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photocopier |
The photocopier had broken again!
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contributory |
Annabel got a house point for making an excellent contributory remark to the class discussion.
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obligatory |
Washing your hands before lunch is obligatory.
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territory |
The army's advance gained only 500m of territory.
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laboratory |
Scientists conduct experiments in a laboratory.
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lavatory |
She asked the teacher if she could go the lavatory.
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theory |
I would like to learn more about the big bang theory.
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unnecessary |
It is unnecessary to scream at your Parents when you feel cross.
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vocabulary |
Use a thesaurus to widen your vocabulary.
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mortuary |
'Why have you got the word mortuary in your spellings?' questioned Annabel's Mum.
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sanctuary |
She retreated to her sanctuary after a very stressful day.
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