Keystone Descriptive Writing Vocabulary: Marshmallows

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Pillowy

Back

Definition: Soft and light, like a pillow. Example: The pillowy texture of the marshmallow made it melt in her mouth.

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Gooey

Back

Definition: Soft and sticky. Example: After toasting, the marshmallow became gooey and stretched between her fingers.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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Velvety

Back

Definition: Smooth, soft texture. Example: The velvety surface of the marshmallow gave way to its chewy center.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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Squishy

Back

Definition: Soft and yielding to pressure. Example: The marshmallow was squishy, bouncing back when she poked it.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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Sticky

Back

Definition: Tending to adhere or cling, especially after being heated. Example: The toasted marshmallow left sticky residue on her fingers.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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Fluffy

Back

Definition: Light, soft, and airy. Example: The fluffy marshmallow felt weightless in her hand.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

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Sugary

Back

Definition: Sweet, tasting like sugar. Example: The sugary marshmallow dissolved quickly in her mouth.

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Elastic

Back

Definition: Stretchy, returning to its original shape after being stretched. Example: The marshmallow’s elastic texture allowed it to stretch as it was pulled apart.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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Toasty

Back

Definition: Warm and slightly crispy from being heated. Example: The toasty exterior of the marshmallow was golden brown and crisp.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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Chewy

Back

Definition: Requiring much chewing; not easily broken down. Example: The marshmallow became chewy as she bit into its soft center.