Before

preposition

Meaning: Earlier than something.

Full meaning: At an earlier time than.

Phonics sounds: b-e-f-o-re — blend them together!

Example: “Wash your hands before dinner.”

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This word keeps the same shape.

Same meaning:

Opposite:

Category: linking-words · Frequency rank: 15 (smaller = more common)

➕ and

The joining word: cat AND dog.

↪️ but

The turning word: I want it, BUT it is too hot.

📦 in

Inside something: in the box.

⬆️ on

On top of something: on the table.

👫 with

Together with someone or something.

🔀 or

The choosing word: apple OR orange?

Arrange the letters, find the missing one, and spell it yourself.