Three Letter Blends

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What is a three-letter blend?

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A three-letter blend is a group of three consonants that appear together in a word, where each consonant is pronounced individually, such as 'spl' in 'splash'.

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Give an example of a word with the blend 'spr'.

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An example of a word with the blend 'spr' is 'spring'.

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What does the word 'splashing' mean?

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Splashing means to scatter or splash liquid around, often in a playful manner.

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What does the word 'sprang' mean?

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Sprang is the past tense of spring, meaning to jump or leap suddenly.

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What is a 'splotch'?

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A splotch is a large, irregular mark or stain, often made by paint or ink.

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What are 'straps'?

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Straps are long, narrow pieces of material used to hold or secure something in place.

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What is a 'screw'?

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A screw is a type of fastener that is used to hold objects together, typically with a spiral thread.

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What is the blend in the word 'splash'?

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The blend in the word 'splash' is 'spl'.

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What does 'tightened' mean in the context of holding something in place?

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Tightened means to make something more secure or firm, often by turning or pulling.

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Can you name a word that uses the blend 'str'?

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An example of a word with the blend 'str' is 'street'.