redeem

/ɹɪˈdiːm/verb
Middle School
1

To recover ownership of something by buying it back.

2

To liberate by payment of a ransom.

3

To set free by force.

4

To save, rescue.

5

To clear, release from debt or blame.

6

To expiate, atone (for).

7

To convert (some bond or security) into cash.

8

To save from a state of sin (and from its consequences).

9

To repair, restore.

10

To reform, change (for the better).

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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

Consonance

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

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