straggle

/ˈstɹæɡl̩/verb
Middle School
1

To stray, rove, or wander from a normal course and others of its kind.

2

To act in a disorderly and irregular way.

3

To move along slowly so as to remain some distance behind the person or people in front.

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