How many points is BACKLASH worth in Scrabble?

BACKLASH is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BACKLASH?

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

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BACKLASH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points. BACKLASH means "sudden and adverse reaction".

/ˈbækˌlæʃ/

Pronunciation: /ˈbækˌlæʃ/

A sudden backward motion.
A negative reaction, objection or outcry, especially of a violent or abrupt nature.
Example: The public backlash to the proposal was quick and insistent.
The distance through which one part of connected machinery, as a wheel, piston, or screw, can be moved without moving the connected parts, resulting from looseness in fitting or from wear.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

sudden and adverse reaction

In a sentence: "The backlash is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of BACKLASH. It scores 19 points.

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Is BACKLASH a Scrabble word?: BACKLASH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points.
What does BACKLASH mean?: sudden and adverse reaction
How do you use BACKLASH in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The backlash is noted."
How many points is BACKLASH worth in Scrabble?: BACKLASH is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKLASH?: BACKLASH is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).