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As an airplane begins to ACCELERATE, the plane leaves the ground and lifts into the air. When it's time to land, the pilot will slow the plane and prepare for landing.
SLOW
A SYNONYM is a word that means the......
SAME
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We went to Cora's piano RECITAL last night. She practiced so hard and did a wonderful job.
A show/performance
A PREFIX comes before or after the main word?
BEFORE
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During the winter, snow and ice can IMPAIR driving conditions and make roads slippery. Luckily, snow tires can fix the issue.
FIX
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Ava had a habit of sharing NONESSENTIAL details about herself to others. Her mom reminded her she didn't need to tell unnecessary information.
UNNECESSARY
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The porcupines at the zoo are kept away from other animals because their sharp, long quills can PUNCTURE things easily.
To cut or poke
What is the prefix and what does the word mean?
To NOT trust something
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Ian just bought a new phone that was DEFECTIVE. Luckily, the store let him return it for a working phone instead.
WORKING
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Terrell loves cars so he reads books that PERTAIN to automobiles. Books that relate to his interest are easy for him to read.
RELATE
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In 1860, the Pony Express delivered mail on horseback. With modern day technology, that delivery system is OBSOLETE.
Old, no longer being used. Replaced with newer things.
UNFAMILIAR
What is the prefix?
What does the word mean?
UN-
To not be familiar or know something
An ANTONYM is a word that means the .....
OPPOSITE
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Josh went on vacation and got a serious sunburn. To ALLEVIATE the pain, he used a lotion that would ease the redness.
EASE
BONUS!!!
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A SUFFIX comes before or after the main word?
AFTER
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The judge had to stop the case because there was INSUFFICIENT evidence. Next time, the lawyers need to make sure they have enough proof.
ENOUGH
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Aiden was starving after soccer practice. He ate every MORSEL on his dinner plate. Mom couldn't believe not a crumb was left!
CRUMB
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The surprise birthday party was quite a COMMOTION. Over 50 people attended with loud music, party horns and everyone shouting well wishes!
A noisy event with a lot of activity.
SUGARLESS
What is the suffix?
What does the word mean?
-LESS
To not contain sugar