vacate
/veɪˈkeɪt/verb
Middle School
1
To move out of a dwelling or other property, either by choice or by eviction.
2
To leave an office or position.
3
To have a court judgement set aside; to annul.
4
To leave an area, usually as a result of orders from public authorities in the event of a riot or natural disaster.
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