Scripps National Spelling Bee adds 'womyn' as alternate spelling for women in competition

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The Scripps National Spelling Bee has approved the term "womyn" as an alternate spelling for "women" for third-grade students in its upcoming competition. This decision is part of the study list for the 2024-2025 school year. The term "womyn" is included because it appears in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary, which serves as the official source for spelling words in the competition. The spelling bee aims to include all correct spellings listed in the dictionary. The approval has sparked backlash from some conservative groups on social media, with critics expressing disbelief and sharing humorous reactions.


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