them

/ˈðɛm/pron
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

Used as the direct object of a verb.

2

Used as the indirect object of a verb.

3

Used as the object of a preposition.

4

As a grammatical subject or object when joined with a conjunction.

5

Used in isolation or apposition, or (sometimes proscribed) as the complement of the copula (be).

6

Used as the direct object of a verb.

7

Used as the indirect object of a verb.

8

Used as the object of a preposition.

9

As a grammatical subject or object when joined with a conjunction.

10

Used in isolation or apposition, or (sometimes proscribed) as the complement of the copula (be).

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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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