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Multiple-Meaning Words. Homophones. past-passed see-sea one-won by-buy. Clue. The spelling of the word tells you the correct meaning. You can use a dictionary to confirm the meaning. Homographs. live- having life live- to make one’s home.
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Multiple-Meaning Words
past-passed see-sea one-won by-buy
live- having life live- to make one’s home
Tear- a drop that comes from the eye when crying Tear- to rip
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