How many points is SHIRKING worth in Scrabble?

SHIRKING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHIRKING?

SHIRKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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SHIRKING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. SHIRKING is a verb form of shirk. SHIRK means "to avoid work or duty".

To avoid, especially a duty, responsibility, etc.; to stay away from.
To evade an obligation; to avoid the performance of duty, as by running away.
Example: If you have a job, don't shirk from it by staying off work.
To procure by petty fraud and trickery; to obtain by mean solicitation.

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

SHIRKING is a verb form of shirk. SHIRK means "to avoid work or duty".

In a sentence: "They shirking."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SHIRKING. It scores 16 points.

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Is SHIRKING a Scrabble word?: SHIRKING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does SHIRKING mean?: SHIRKING is a verb form of shirk. SHIRK means "to avoid work or duty".
How do you use SHIRKING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They shirking."
How many points is SHIRKING worth in Scrabble?: SHIRKING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHIRKING?: SHIRKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).