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Adi Jonnalagedda, 11
The City Journals
Salt Lake City, Utah
Adi finished in 43rd place (tied).
| Round | Word/Question | Spelling/Answer Given |
| 1 | bibelot |
bibelot
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| 2 | If something is described as myopic, it is: |
lacking in foresight
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| 3 | aikido |
aikido
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| 4 | annulary |
annulary
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| 5 | What is noblesse oblige? |
an economic system favoring a small group
Correct answer: the duty of a high-status person to help others
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Journey to the Scripps National Spelling Bee
Winning word in qualifying spelling bee
protectorate
Other words spelled correctly in local competition
denticulate, egress, Einstein, nationalism, discou