calculate

/ˈkælkjʊleɪt/verb
Middle School
1

To determine the value of something or the solution to something by a mathematical process.

2

To determine values or solutions by a mathematical process; reckon.

3

To plan; to expect; to think.

4

To ascertain or predict by mathematical or astrological computations the time, circumstances, or other conditions of; to forecast or compute the character or consequences of.

5

To adjust for purpose; to adapt by forethought or calculation; to fit or prepare by the adaptation of means to an end.

6

To imagine sequences of potential moves and responses without actually moving the pieces.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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