mousy

/ˈmaʊsi/adj
Middle School
1

Resembling a mouse.

2

Quiet; stealthy.

3

Timid.

4

Of a greyish-brown colour.

5

Abounding in or infested with mice.

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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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”)

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

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