Can you name the capitonyms described by the clues?

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  • A capitonym is a word that changes pronunciation (usually) and meaning when it is capitalized. E.g., Herb and herb (American pronunciation).
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Capitalized MeaningCapitonymUn-capitalized Meaning
City on the MediterraneanJust like the weather there
A dead prince or a live volcanoSeattle, compared to most U.S. cities
Neighbor of CallaoButter bean
Ballerina painterLet your Coke lose its fizz, e.g.
Moroccan port cityTexas barbecue, compared to other foods
A 1979 Nobel LaureateInitiate
British borough or Pennsylvania cityA popular diversion
Month in which Hawaii gained statehoodRespected and impressive
South African geographical nameHaving to do with birth
Mediterranean city, Port ____Averred
From Lublin or LodzKiwi product for shoes
God and Satan tested himThe daily grind
Lover of AphroditeA few hundred square meters
Capital city about 2 m above sea levelMember of about 50% of humanity
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Capitonyms Quiz

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  • Created Mar 24, 2011 in Language
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