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What would be the quickest way Jamie could look up an alternate word choice?

It depends on what Jamie is looking for! Here are a few options, from fastest to slowest:

Fastest:

* A thesaurus within a word processor: If Jamie is already writing, most word processors have a built-in thesaurus. They usually highlight the word and offer suggestions directly in the text.

* Smartphone/computer dictionary/thesaurus app: Many free and paid apps offer quick access to synonyms and antonyms.

Medium Speed:

* Online thesaurus websites: Websites like Thesaurus.com or Merriam-Webster Thesaurus offer extensive synonym lists.

* Google Search: A simple search like "synonym for [word]" usually brings up relevant results from dictionaries and thesauruses.

Slowest:

* Physical thesaurus: This is the traditional method, but requires finding the book and flipping through pages.

* Consulting a dictionary: Dictionaries often include synonyms, but this can be a more time-consuming process.

Bonus Tip: For the fastest results, Jamie should try a combination of methods. For example, if they are writing in Google Docs, they can use the built-in thesaurus and then quickly confirm the suggested synonym on a website or app.

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