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Alesya Rathinasamy, 15
Ball State University - WIPB-TV
Muncie, Indiana
Alesya finished in 76th place (tied).
| Round | Word/Question | Spelling/Answer Given |
| 1 | mesial |
mesial
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| 2 | A person described as versatile has: |
a wide range of proficiencies
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| 3 | allineate |
aliniate
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Journey to the Scripps National Spelling Bee
Winning word in qualifying spelling bee
Feign
Other words spelled correctly in local competition
Streptomycin, warling, Nashville