James Cook Word Search

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Free James Cook word search. We picked 12 themed words — the life, work, and legacy of a famous figure — and laid them out on a 15×15 grid. Drag across the letters to find every word on the list.

Words to find: ENDBAVOUR, RESOLUTION, ADVENTURE, DISCOVERY, PACIFIC, OCEANIA, HAWAII, TAHITI, NEWZEALAND, AUSTRALIA, BOTANYBAY, GREATBARRIER.

Found words stay highlighted, so the grid gets easier to read as you go and the final few tend to fall quickly.

James Cook word list, defined

RESOLUTION /rɛzəˈluːʃən/ · noun
The process or state of forming a firm and clear decision or opinion. A final decision or determination. Related: decision, determination, conclusion, verdict.
ADVENTURE /ədˈvɛntʃər/ · noun
An unusual, exciting, and often risky experience or undertaking; also the willingness to seek out such experiences. Related: exploit, escapade, venture, quest.
DISCOVERY /dɪˈskʌvəri/ · noun
The act or process of finding or learning about something for the first time, whether through search, investigation, or chance. Also, the thing itself that has been found — a person, place, object, or fact newly brought to light. Related: finding, detection, revelation, breakthrough.
PACIFIC /ˈpæsɪfɪk/ · adjective
Having or showing a calm and peaceful nature; relating to the Pacific Ocean. Related: calm, peaceful, serene, tranquil.

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