grace

/ɡɹeɪs/noun
Middle School
1

Charming, pleasing qualities.

2

A short prayer of thanks before or after a meal.

3

In the games of patience or solitaire: a special move that is normally against the rules.

4

A grace note.

5

Elegant movement; elegance of movement; balance or poise.

6

An allowance of time granted to a debtor during which they are free of at least part of their normal obligations towards the creditor.

7

Free and undeserved favour, especially of God; unmerited divine assistance given to humans for their regeneration or sanctification, or for resisting sin.

8

An act or decree of the governing body of an English university.

9

Mercy, pardon.

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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