Word: GLANCING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of GLANCING
- To look briefly (at something).
"She glanced at her reflection as she passed the mirror."
- To graze a surface.
- To sparkle.
"The spring sunlight was glancing on the water of the pond."
- A sideways look; a glance.
- Making superficial, obtuse contact with something.
"His fist caught a glancing blow to my jaw."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "glancing" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "glancing" in early literature."
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 | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GLANCING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is GLANCING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in GLANCING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing GLANCING:
- # the glancing effect
- # master of glancing
- # playing with glancing
- # in terms of glancing
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