AP PHOTOS: Top young spellers compete in 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee

The best young spellers in the English language competed at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which celebrated its 100th anniversary this year.

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May 30, 2025 at 9:48AM

OXON HILL, Md. — The best young spellers in the English language competed at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which celebrated its 100th anniversary this year.

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