“Reck” or “Wreck”—Which to use?

“Reck” or “Wreck”

Overview

reck / wreck are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

reck: NA

wreck: (noun) something or someone that has suffered ruin or dilapidation. (noun) a ship that has been destroyed at sea.

Pronunciation

reck: r·EH·k

wreck: r·EH·k

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Examples in Context

Examples of “reck”

…the name of Friction with Reck at present.

Examples of “wreck”

…S-curve where the Malbone Street Wreck had occurred.
The wreck now lies at .
…survey by divers of the wreck of Prince of Wales determined…
…hit in the Malbone Street Wreck.
In 2000, the wreck became the seventh Florida Underwater…
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…contributed to the Malbone Street Wreck on November 1, 1918, which…
The inability to survey the wreck during the war no doubt…
…Reaume Brothers Racing, but a wreck towards the end of stage…
The inland portions of the wreck were slowed by poor visibility.

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