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How to Use a Rhyming Dictionary

Whether you write songs, poems or children's books, there are times when a rhyming dictionary can really help you out. Flipping through a few pages or scrolling through a few screen can lead you to the perfect rhyming word you are in search of. Make your writing easier and use a rhyming dictionary.

Instructions

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      Identify the target word you need to rhyme with. You can't use a rhyming dictionary without knowing the word you want to rhyme with. Choose your target word first so that you can quickly locate its rhyme.

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      Use a book or online rhyming dictionary. Rhyming dictionaries come in the form of books but are also widely available online in electronic form. Locate a rhyming dictionary book in the reference section of your local library. If you want to search online, try Rhymezone or Rhymegenerator (see Resources below).

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      Find a rhyme for your target word. If you're using a book, locate your target word alphabetically. If you're using an online rhyming dictionary, simply type the target word in the search box and press "Enter."

    • 4

      Choose the perfect rhyming word. Words that rhyme with your target word are typically listed by syllables, beginning with one-syllable words. Browse through the complete list of possible rhymes and choose the one that fits your song, poem or book the best.

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