---
title: Word Detectives
description: Students will practice using context clues to determine the meaning of an unknown word.
---

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# [Word Detectives](https://ideas.pixton.com/word-detectives)

 Written by [Kara Nichols](https://ideas.pixton.com/author/kara-nichols) | Nov 19, 2021 1:28:29 AM

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