vigil
/ˈvɪd͡ʒəl/noun
Middle School
1
An instance of keeping awake during normal sleeping hours, especially to keep watch or pray.
2
A period of observation or surveillance at any hour.
3
The eve of a religious festival in which staying awake is part of the ritual devotions.
4
A quiet demonstration in support of a cause.
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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