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Words with a silent w at the beginning?

You're right! There aren't many words in English with a silent "w" at the beginning. This is because the letter "w" usually represents a sound, and we don't often have silent letters at the beginning of words.

However, there are a few exceptions. Here are some examples:

* Wrangle: This word, meaning "to argue or dispute," has a silent "w" at the beginning.

* Wrought: This word, meaning "shaped or formed," has a silent "w" at the beginning.

It's important to note that these are mostly historical instances where the "w" was pronounced but has since become silent over time.

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