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What are the homophones of blew?

The main homophone of "blew" is blue.

Here's how they differ in meaning:

* Blew: The past tense of the verb "blow," meaning to move air or to be moved by air.

* "The wind blew the leaves off the trees."

* Blue: A color or a feeling of sadness.

* "The sky was a beautiful blue."

* "He felt blue after losing the game."

It's important to note that while "blew" and "blue" are the most common homophones, there are other words that sound similar, such as:

* Boo: An exclamation of disapproval or surprise.

* Booze: Alcoholic drinks.

However, these words are not true homophones because they have different spellings and meanings.

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