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Clue: Spelling ___
Answer: BEE
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Explanation:
The answer to the clue “Spelling ___” is **BEE**.
A **spelling bee** is a competition where contestants are asked to spell a variety of words, usually of increasing difficulty, aloud. Popular among students and especially prominent in American schools, spelling bees test vocabulary, memory, and composure under pressure. The word “bee” in this context refers to a gathering or contest, not the insect.
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