deduction
/dɪˈdʌkʃən/noun
Middle School
1
That which is deducted; that which is subtracted or removed.
2
A sum that can be removed in tax calculations, usually from the taxable amount; something that is written off.
3
A sum withheld from an employee's pay for the purpose of paying tax.
4
A conclusion; that which is deduced, concluded or figured out.
5
The ability or skill to deduce or figure out; the power of reason
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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