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2016 Spelling Bee > 3rd Grade Words > Flashcards

3rd Grade Words Flashcards

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gusto (3rd)

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(noun) enthusiastic enjoyment or delight

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marlin (3rd)

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(noun) a big fish that lives in the ocean and that people catch for sport.

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o’clock (3rd)

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(adverb) according to the clock

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upshot (3rd)

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(noun) outcome

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barter (3rd)

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(verb) to trade goods or services for other things rather than using money.

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hefty (3rd)

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(adjective) impressively large

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glimmer (3rd)

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(noun) a small amount or degree: a faint trace

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jackpot (3rd)

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(noun) an unexpected success or reward

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warning (3rd)

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(noun) a notice, bulletin or signal that serves to caution of the approach of danger

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sonar (3rd)

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(noun) a device used for finding underwater objects bu using reflected sound waves.

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garlic (3rd)

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(noun) the bulb of a plant related to the onion that has a strong smell and taste, is composed of smaller bulbs called cloves, and is used in cooking.

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forum (3rd)

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(noun) a place where open discussion can happen.

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plaza (3rd)

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(noun) a public square in a city or town.

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silent (3rd)

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(adjective) not making noise: completely quiet

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domino (3rd)

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(noun) a flat rectangular block the face of which is divided into two equal parts that are blank or bear from one to six dots, and that is used to play a game.

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naysayer (3rd)

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(noun) one who denies, refuses or opposes

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around (3rd)

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(adverb) approximately, about

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glance (3rd)

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(noun) a quick look.

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curries (3rd)

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(plural noun) foods that are seasoned with a blend of ground spices.

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layover (3rd)

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(noun) a temporary stop in a journey.

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splendid (3rd)

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(adjective) excellent, praiseworthy.

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random (3rd)

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(adjective) lacking or seeming to lack a regular plan, purpose or pattern.

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zinger (3rd)

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(noun) a quick and witty comment that criticizes or insults someone.

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Band-Aid (3rd)

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(trademark) a small bandage.

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eyebrow (3rd)

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(noun) the arch or ridge over the eye, or the covering of hair growing on it.

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atomic (3rd)

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(adjective) of or relating to the smallest particles of an element.

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native (3rd)

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(adjective) born in a particular place or country

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watchdog (3rd)

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(noun) a dog that is trained to guard property

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dearly (3rd)

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(adverb) with affection : fondly.

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clutch (3rd)

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(verb) to hold onto something tightly with your hand.

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polar (3rd)

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(adjective) of, relating to or near the north pole or the south pole.

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imposter or impostor (3rd)

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(noun) a person who tricks others by pretending to be someone else.

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tirade (3rd)

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(noun) a long speech marked by harsh language: rant

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field (3rd)

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(noun) an area, category or division of work or study.

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postpone (3rd)

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(verb) to hold back to a later time: defer, delay

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ocean (3rd)

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(noun) the salt water that covers nearly three fourths of the surface of the earth.

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parade (3rd)

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(noun) a public procession: the movement of people or things in order.

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coward (3rd)

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(noun) someone who is easily intimidated or frightened.

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error (3rd)

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(noun) an act or statement that is not correct

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owlishly (3rd)

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(adverb) in a manner resembling or suggesting an owl.

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barrel (3rd)

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(noun) a round container that usually has curved sides, that is taller than it is wide, and that has a flat top an bottom.

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kiwi (3rd)

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(noun) a bird from New Zealand that cannot fly and that has weak wings and a long bill.

43
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beagle (3rd)

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(noun) a small hunting dog with short legs and smooth fur that is often black, brown and white.

44
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acre (3rd)

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(noun) any of various units of land and area

45
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bawl (3rd)

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(verb) cry out loudly and without restraint: yell

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euro (3rd)

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(noun) the common notes and coins used by most countries of the European Union.

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tomorrow (3rd)

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(adverb) on of for the day after today

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wrinkle (3rd)

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(noun) a slight fold formed on a surface of a smooth substance: crease

49
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crumb (3rd)

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(noun) a tiny piece of food.

50
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dough (3rd)

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(noun) a mixture of flour and other ingredients that is kneaded or rolled and then baked.

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rattler (3rd)

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(noun) a New World pit viper that has a series of horned interlocking joints at the end of the tail which make short sharp noises when vibrated.

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medley (3rd)

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(noun) a performance blending together a series of songs or other musical pieces.

53
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difficult (3rd)

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(adjective) hard to do: not easy

54
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flattery (3rd)

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(noun) praise that is excessive or not sincere.

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drench (3rd)

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(verb) to make completely wet.

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bonkers (3rd)

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(adjective) as if broken in mind.

57
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seldom (3rd)

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(adverb) not often

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mustang (3rd)

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(noun) the small strong wild horse of western North America descended from horses brought in by the Spaniards.

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fringe (3rd)

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(noun) a decorative border hanging threads or strips.

60
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calico (3rd)

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(noun) a blotched or spotted animal.

61
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mutiny (3rd)

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(noun) refusal to obey authority or orders

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blossom (3rd)

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(noun) the usually colorful flower of a seed plant

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magma (3rd)

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(noun) hot liquid rock below the earth’s surface.

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snippet (3rd)

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(noun) a small part, piece or thing: specifically: a brief quotable passage.

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grumbling (3rd)

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(verb) complaining in a low voice

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mineral (3rd)

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(noun) a substance (such as diamond, gold or quartz) that is naturally formed and is not of plant or animal origin.

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scarlet (3rd)

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(noun) of various bright reds.

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granola (3rd)

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(noun) rolled oats mixed with other ingredients (such as brown sugar, raisins, coconut and nuts) and eaten for breakfast or as a snack.

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umpire (3rd)

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(noun) an official in a sport who rules on the plays.

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Americana (3rd)

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(plural noun) materials concerning or characteristic of America.

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nimble (3rd)

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(adjective) marked by quick light movement: agile

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trinket (3rd)

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(noun) a small ornament (as a jewel or ring).

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shoehorn (3rd)

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(verb) to force into a small, narrow or insufficient space: squeeze.

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aloha (3rd)

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(noun) love, affection, kindness – often used to express greeting or farewell.

75
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pedigree (3rd)

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(noun) a list showing the line of ancestors for a person or animal.

76
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hubbub (3rd)

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(noun) a noisy confusion of sound.

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several (3rd)

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(adjective) being more than two in number but not very many.

78
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galaxy (3rd)

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(noun) one of billions of large systems of stars that make up the universe.

79
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torrent (3rd)

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(noun) a raging flood or outpouring

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announcer (3rd)

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(noun) a person who introduces television or radio programs and gives information.

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beverage (3rd)

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(noun) a liquid for drinking

82
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waist (3rd)

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(noun) the part of the body between the chest and hips

83
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valiant (3rd)

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(adjective) showing courage: brave

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thigh (3rd)

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(noun) the part of the leg from the hip to the knee

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everglades (3rd)

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(plural noun) swampy grasslands at least seasonally covered by slowly moving water.

86
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summary (3rd)

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(noun) a short restatement of the main points.

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atrium (3rd)

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(noun) a square hall from which other rooms open and which is often used as a sitting room.

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truce (3rd)

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(noun) an agreement between opponents to stop fighting for a period of time.

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masterpiece (3rd)

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(noun) a supreme intellectual or artistic achievement; specifically: a work that marks the high point of a person’s creativity.

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emerald (3rd)

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(noun) a highly prized gemstone of rich green color.

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nonfiction (3rd)

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(noun) writing that is about facts or real events (rather than novels or stories).

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platoon (3rd)

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(noun) a unit of soldiers consisting of two or more squads led by a lieutenant

93
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junior (3rd)

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(adjective) designed for or done by young people, especially adolescents.

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kangaroo (3rd)

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(noun) a marsupial from Australia that moves by hopping on its strong rear legs.

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excuse (3rd)

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(noun) a reason given to justify a fault, mistake or defect

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astronaut (3rd)

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(noun) a traveler in interplanetary space.

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lyrics (3rd)

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(plural noun) the words of a song

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breadwinner (3rd)

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(noun) a family member whose wages pay for the household’s expenses.

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worrywart (3rd)

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(noun) a person who worries too much or who worries for no reason.

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cymbals (3rd)

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(plural noun) large brass plates that make a clashing sound when struck together or hit with a drumstick.

2016 Spelling Bee (7 decks)

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