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Ready to explore some longer ar words? Each word on this list features the ar spelling pattern, often creating the familiar /ar/ sound, as in garbage, argument, and remarkable. To reinforce your learning, click on each word to find its dictionary definition or try a Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check activity. Pay attention to where the /ar/ sound appears in each word, and enjoy building confidence as you work through these advanced ar words!
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argue |
Why do you always argue with me?
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argument |
The drivers had an argument about the car crash.
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garbage |
What day is the garbage collected?
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parcel |
The parcel got lost in the post.
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partner |
My partner does all the cooking.
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sparkle |
Her crystal beads sparkle in the sunlight.
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startle |
Loud bangs startle my dog.
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armour
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The armadillo has a leathery armour shell.
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harbour
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The fishing boats spent the night in harbour.
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article |
James wrote an article for the college magazine.
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barbecue |
Dan cooked the chicken on the barbecue.
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cardigan |
My new cardigan is yellow.
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carnival |
The carnival floats were covered in flowers.
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carpenter |
He was a master carpenter.
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departure |
The plane's departure was delayed due to fog.
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marvellous
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We had a marvellous time on holiday.
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particle |
A particle is a tiny fragment such as a speck of dust.
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participate |
She didn't want to participate in the PE lesson.
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remarkable |
The view from the top was remarkable.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 10. Spelling choices for /ar/ sound; ar, a
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