RETRIEVING
10 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of RETRIEVING
To regain or get back something.
"to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball"
To rescue (a creature).
To salvage something
An act of retrieval.
Examples of RETRIEVING in a Sentence
- "to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball"
Word Details
Is RETRIEVING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RETRIEVING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RETRIEVING uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RETRIEVING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | t | r | i | e | v | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETRIEVING
100 words from the letters in RETRIEVING
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How to Use RETRIEVING in Word Games
RETRIEVING is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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