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LINGER

7 pts

LINGER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. LINGER means "to delay leaving".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to delay leaving

In a sentence: "They linger."

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Add one letter before LINGER. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in LINGER, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

L1
I1
N1
G2
E1
R1
= 7

LINGER Scrabble FAQ

Is LINGER a Scrabble word?
LINGER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
What does LINGER mean?
to delay leaving
How do you use LINGER in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They linger."
How many points is LINGER worth in Scrabble?
LINGER is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LINGER?
LINGER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LINGER?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLINGER, FLINGER, SLINGER. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.