Word: CHASING
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Definition of CHASING
- To pursue.
- To consume another beverage immediately after drinking hard liquor, typically something better tasting or less harsh such as soda or beer; to use a drink as a chaser
"I need something to chase this shot with."
- To attempt to win by scoring the required number of runs in the final innings.
"Australia will be chasing 217 for victory on the final day."
- To groove; indent.
- To place piping or wiring in a groove encased within a wall or floor, or in a hidden space encased by a wall.
"chase the pipe"
- To cut (the thread of a screw).
- Engraved or embossed decoration.
"gold with chasings of silver"
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "chasing" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "chasing", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CHASING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CHASING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CHASING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CHASING:
- # the chasing effect
- # master of chasing
- # playing with chasing
- # in terms of chasing
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