Recognise and spell common homophones
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compliment |
I gave the man a compliment about his new hat.
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complement |
Her scarf complemented her outfit.
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descent |
They began their descent at dawn.
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dissent |
The footballer was sent off for dissent.
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heel |
I've got a blister on my heel.
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heal |
Cover it up until it heals.
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desert |
Why did the soldier desert his post?
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dessert |
I'd like ice-cream for dessert.
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draft |
This is the first draft of my speech.
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draught |
The open door caused a draught.
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fair |
Jane has fair hair.
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fare |
How much is the bus fare?
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write |
Please write to me when you go away.
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right |
We don't drive on the right in England.
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