headway

/ˈhɛdweɪ/noun
Middle School
1

A movement ahead or forward.

2

Forward motion, or its rate.

3

The interval of time or distance between the fronts of two vehicles (e.g. buses) moving in succession in the same direction, especially along the same pre-determined route.

4

Progress toward a goal.

5

The clearance beneath an object, such as an arch, ceiling or bridge; headroom.

6

A crossheading.

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