Directions: Read each sentence. Write the definition of the word in bold based on how it is used in the sentence. Consult a dictionary to define each word.

1. I would like a peanut butter and jam sandwich for lunch today.

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2. I found myself in a jam when I was invited to two birthday parties that start at the same time.

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3. My mom has a beautiful ruby ring.

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4. We are waiting for the timer to ring to tell us dinner is ready.

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5. The neighbors wave at me when I ride my bicycle past their house.

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6. That wave is perfect for surfing.

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7. May I please borrow your ruler to measure this shelf?

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8. The queen is the ruler of the magical kingdom.

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9. The judge made the ruling in court.

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10. The floor of the basketball court has been repainted.

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Challenge

Using a different definition than the two used in the activity above, write a sentence that includes the word wave.