Word: PANGS
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Definition of PANGS
- (often in the plural) A paroxysm of extreme physical pain or anguish; a feeling of sudden and transitory agony; a throe.
- (often in the plural) A sudden sharp feeling of an emotional or mental nature, as of joy or sorrow.
- To cause to have great pain or suffering; to torment, to torture.
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 "pangs" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "pangs" in early literature."
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
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PANGS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PANGS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PANGS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PANGS:
- # the pangs effect
- # master of pangs
- # playing with pangs
- # in terms of pangs
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