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If a noun ends in a consonant plus y, form the plural by swapping the y for ies.
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abilities |
The course is suitable for pupils of all abilities.
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berries |
We picked berries off the bush in autumn.
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briberies |
The guard was infamous for taking briberies.
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calories |
Skimmed milk has less calories than semi-skimmed milk.
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cavities |
The dentist filled my cavities.
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discoveries |
The inventor was known for her many discoveries.
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faculties |
The student's critical faculties were sharp.
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galaxies |
Do you know how many galaxies there are in the universe?
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hierarchies |
I was surprised to discover hierarchies and snobberies were still so widespread.
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ladies |
Many prominent ladies and gentlemen were present at the event.
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lorries |
There were many lorries on the road.
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matrimonies |
Some matrimonies are successful, other less so.
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nannies |
Our child had several nannies when growing up.
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obscurities |
I searched the text for obscurities.
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parties |
I have been invited to two parties this weekend.
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possibilities |
I considered both possibilities.
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quarries |
They are mining in the quarries.
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realities |
He needs to face the realities of adulthood.
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rosaries |
My mother has two rosaries.
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sanctities |
The sites are sanctities and must be respected.
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Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Easter Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
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Mayan Temple
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Monkey Business
It's bananas!
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