RETURNING
/ɹɪˈtɜːnɪŋ/
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of RETURNING
To come or go back (to a place or person).
"Although the birds fly north for the summer, they return here in winter."
To go back in thought, narration, or argument.
"To return to my story [...]"
To turn back, retreat.
The act of one who returns; a coming back.
Examples of RETURNING in a Sentence
- "Although the birds fly north for the summer, they return here in winter."
- "To return to my story [...]"
Word Details
Is RETURNING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RETURNING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RETURNING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RETURNING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | t | u | r | n | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETURNING
100 words from the letters in RETURNING
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How to Use RETURNING in Word Games
RETURNING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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