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Does hurtle have short vowel long or r-controlled vowel?

The word "hurtle" has an r-controlled vowel.

Here's why:

* The "u" is followed by an "r". This means the "r" influences the sound of the vowel, making it a "short u" sound, as in "fur" or "curl".

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