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  Academic Words Level 2 - 1 - Spelling Practices
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a. theoretical; not concrete; not applied or practical; difficult to understand


Spelling Word: abstract
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n. an event that takes place without one's foresight or expectation; sudden, and unexpected event


Spelling Word: accident
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n. point or direct towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it


Spelling Word: aim
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n. the joint which connects the foot with the leg; tarsus


Spelling Word: ankle
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n. composition; a plan for how something will happen


Spelling Word: arrangement
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n. nib; the horny projecting mouth of a bird


Spelling Word: beak
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n. a person entitled to benefits or proceeds of an insurance policy or will


Spelling Word: beneficiary
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n. a scientist who studies living organisms


Spelling Word: biologist
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n. heavy, loosely woven fabric, usually of wool, and having a nap, used in bed clothing


Spelling Word: blanket
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n. part; nature;  description of a person's attributes, traits, or abilities


Spelling Word: character