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Shriya Gangineni, 13
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, South Dakota
Shriya finished in 111th place (tied).
| Round | Word/Question | Spelling/Answer Given |
| 1 | neophyte |
neophyte
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| 2 | If something is described as laconic, it is: |
widely recognized and well-established
Correct answer: spoken, written, or expressed briefly
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Journey to the Scripps National Spelling Bee
Winning word in qualifying spelling bee
politicking
Other words spelled correctly in local competition
paladin, tarantula, politicking, nuances