The /ij/ sound on the end of a word is usually spelled age - but take care: this list contains two rule-breakers !
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baggage |
How much baggage do you plan to take with you?
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bandage |
The nurse wrapped a bandage around his wound.
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cottage |
The cottage had a beautiful garden.
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courage |
I admire her courage.
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damage |
Was the damage caused by a tornado?
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garbage |
What day is the garbage collected?
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image |
The image showed a detailed cross section of the human brain.
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manage |
Do you think you'll manage to finish your work in time for the party?
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message |
She came with an urgent message.
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package |
The policeman investigated the suspicious package.
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passage |
They walked down the passage.
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postage |
How much is the postage on this card?
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sausage |
The sausage sizzled in the pan.
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shortage |
After the earthquake there was a shortage of fresh water.
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storage |
My new computer has much more storage space.
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village |
The doctor's practice was on the edge of the village.
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advantage |
The home team had the advantage.
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average |
The teacher calculated the average test score for the class.
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* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
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