In words starting with wr the letter w is silent. A few other words also have a silent w.
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wreck |
There is a rusty old wreck on the reef.
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wren |
The wren is one of the smallest birds in Britain.
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wrestle |
We saw the policeman wrestle the burglar to the ground.
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wretch |
The poor man begged for money.
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wriggle |
The cave explorers had to wriggle through the tunnel.
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wrinkle |
Grandma says she has a new wrinkle every day.
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wrist |
She wore a gold bangle on her wrist.
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writhe |
We watched the poor animal writhe in agony.
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wrong |
He would not accept that he was wrong.
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wrought |
The old gate is made of wrought iron.
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write |
Will you write to me when you go away?
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answer |
Please write your answer in the box.
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sword |
The sword was very sharp.
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