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Updated June 2026
A short piece of writing on a particular subject, especially as part of academic work.
“Students must write a five-page essay for their final assignment.”
/ˈɛˌseɪ/
es·say
Double S pattern with vowels E, A, Y.
Worth 8 points; double S and Y add value.
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