decree
/dɪˈkɹiː/noun
Middle School
1
An edict or law.
2
The judicial decision in a litigated cause rendered by a court of equity.
3
The determination of a cause in a court of admiralty or court of probate.
4
A predetermination made by God; an act of providence.
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Sound Patterns & Rhymes
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