Earthling
/ˈɜːθlɪŋ/noun
Middle School
1
An inhabitant of Earth, as opposed to one of heaven.
2
An inhabitant of Earth, as opposed to one of another planet; specifically, a sentient member of any species native to Earth.
3
A person who is materialistic or worldly; a worldling.
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Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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