In these words the short sound /u/ is spelled with the letters ou.
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touch |
Do not touch the objects on display.
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young |
The room was full of young men.
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double |
Double click to open the document.
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trouble |
Please take the trouble to get things done well.
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couple |
Jack and Jill make a lovely couple.
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country |
China is a country with many people.
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cousin |
My young cousin is coming to stay.
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courage |
I admire her courage.
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encourage |
You need to encourage people to work to their best.
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flourish |
These plants will flourish in full sun.
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nourish |
Nourish the soil with compost.
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rough |
The path was rough and rocky.
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tough |
This meat is far too tough to eat.
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enough |
A dozen eggs will be enough.
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