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Sometimes you see a word you do not know. Do not worry! You can use context clues to find the meaning.
Context clues are words around the new word. They act like hints. You can search inside the sentence or in the sentences nearby.
We look for synonyms, antonyms, or examples. These helpers show us the meaning of the tricky word.
✏️ Worked example
Read this sentence: "The tiny mouse was minuscule, so it fit easily inside the small cup." Let us use context clues to find the meaning of "minuscule."
First, find the unfamiliar word. The word is 'minuscule'.
Next, look at the words right before it. We see the word 'tiny'.
Then, look at the words after it. We see 'fit easily inside the small cup'.
Now, think about what 'tiny' and 'small' mean. They both mean not big.
Finally, put the clues together. 'Minuscule' must mean very small!
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