Rhymes with Green
A female ruler of an independent state,
Queen
This is the fourth planet from the Sun.
Mars
Without warning; unexpectedly.
Out of the blue
You dribble it, shoot it, and slam dunk it
Basketball
Organ near the stomach
Spleen
This vibrant bird is associated with the holiday season and is the mascot for an Arizona football team
Cardinal
Happens very rarely
Once in a blue moon
This small creature can be found swimming in bowls or smiling in snack bags
Goldfish
A person who is unkind, spiteful, or unfair.
Mean
This gemstone is often considered the "king" of gemstones and symbolizes love
Ruby
Feeling down or sad
Feeling blue
These bright orange objects pop up during construction zones to guide cars
Traffic cones
Free from dirt, marks, or stains
Clean
These small fruits often top sundaes, come in sweet or tart varieties, and grow in bunches on trees.
Cherries
Working-class jobs or workers
Blue collar
Known for their striking orange and black wings, these insects travel thousands of miles between North America and Mexico every year.
Monarch butterflies
An edible seed, typically kidney-shaped, growing in long pods
Bean
Invented in the 19th century as a medicinal tonic, this fizzy drink became one of the world’s most recognizable beverages
Coke
A specific weekday that feels depressing or difficult
Blue Monday
It can warm your home, cook your food, or start a forest blaze
Fire