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NEARING

8 pts

NEARING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. NEARING means "near, to approach. NEAR means "situated within a short distance".".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

near, to approach. NEAR means "situated within a short distance".

In a sentence: "They nearing."

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Letter Values

N1
E1
A1
R1
I1
N1
G2
= 8

NEARING Scrabble FAQ

Is NEARING a Scrabble word?
NEARING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does NEARING mean?
near, to approach. NEAR means "situated within a short distance".
How do you use NEARING in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They nearing."
How many points is NEARING worth in Scrabble?
NEARING is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NEARING?
NEARING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NEARING?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ANEARING. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.