negotiate

/nəˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/verb
Middle School
1

To confer with others in order to come to terms or reach an agreement.

2

To arrange or settle something by mutual agreement.

3

To succeed in coping with, getting over or navigate a hazard or obstacle.

4

To transfer to another person with all the rights of the original holder; to pass, as a bill.

5

To transact business; to carry on trade.

6

To intrigue; to scheme.

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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