observance
/əbˈzɝvəns/noun
Middle School
1
The practice of complying with a law, custom, command or rule.
2
The custom of celebrating a holiday or similar occasion.
3
Observation or the act of watching.
4
A rule governing a religious order, especially in the Roman Catholic church.
5
That which is to be observed.
6
Reverence; homage.
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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