Spelling list: ay words - set 2

On the end of a word the most common way to spell the long /a/ sound is with the letters ay.

away
The cat ran away from the dog. *
always
We always do our homework in the evening. *
betray
The spy was worried someone would betray her.
dismay
Lily's shriek of dismay caused Ruby to turn around. *
display
There was a display of books in the window.
decay
Brush your teeth every day to prevent decay.
delay
The captain informed them there might be a delay.
essay
Have you finished your essay yet?
portray
Does this picture portray a good likeness?
relay
They set a new record for the 400m relay race.
Sunday
We attend church every Sunday.
Monday
I love going to back to work each Monday.
Tuesday
I have a music lesson every Tuesday.
Wednesday
He will be 16 years old on Wednesday. *
Thursday
Shall we go out for dinner on Thursday?
Friday
We are going to the football on Friday night. *
Saturday
Jack goes to the pub every Saturday.