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  Academic Words Level 1 - 3 - Spelling Practices
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a. steadfast in allegiance or duty; faithful to a person, ideal, custom, cause, or duty


Spelling Word: loyal
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a. of lesser importance or stature or rank; not of legal age; limited in size or scope


Spelling Word: minor
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v. be averse to or express disapproval of


Spelling Word: object
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v. be on the watch respecting; pay attention to; notice with care; see; perceive


Spelling Word: observe
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a. exposed; easily discovered; plain


Spelling Word: obvious
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n. relation of a father to his child


Spelling Word: paternity
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a. existing in possibility; expected to become or be


Spelling Word: potential
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v. take for granted as true in the absence of proof; venture without authority


Spelling Word: presume
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a. of first rank or importance or value; essential or basic


Spelling Word: primary
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n. particular advantage or benefit not enjoyed by all; right reserved exclusively


Spelling Word: privilege