hoodwink

/ˈhʊdwɪŋk/verb
High School
1

To cover the eyes with, or as if with, a hood; to blindfold.

2

To deceive using a disguise; to bewile, dupe, mislead.

3

To hide or obscure.

4

To close the eyes.

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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

Consonance

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

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