Word: FORESTALLING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of FORESTALLING
- To prevent, delay or hinder something by taking precautionary or anticipatory measures; to avert.
"Fred forestalled disaster by his prompt action."
- To preclude or bar from happening, render impossible.
- To purchase the complete supply of a good, particularly foodstuffs, in order to charge a monopoly price.
- The act of one who forestalls.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "forestalling" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "forestalling" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FORESTALLING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is FORESTALLING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in FORESTALLING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing FORESTALLING:
- # the forestalling effect
- # master of forestalling
- # playing with forestalling
- # in terms of forestalling
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