concussion

/kənˈkʌʃən/noun
Middle School
1

A violent collision or shock.

2

An injury to part of the body, most especially the brain, caused by a violent blow, followed by loss of function.

3

The unlawful forcing of another by threats of violence to yield up something of value.

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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