faction

/ˈfæk.ʃən/noun
Middle School
1

A group of people, especially within a political organization, which expresses a shared belief or opinion different from people who are not part of the group.

2

Strife; discord.

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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

Consonance

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