jurisdiction
/d͡ʒʊɹɪsˈdɪkʃən/noun
High School
1
The power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law.
2
The power or right to exercise authority.
3
The power or right to perform some action as part of applying the law.
4
The authority of a sovereign power to govern or legislate.
5
The limits or territory within which authority may be exercised.
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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