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BLANCHES

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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Blanches.

Blanches - as a verb

Turn pale, as if in fear

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blenchpale

Cook (vegetables) briefly

Example: "Parboil the beans before freezing them"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parboil

Example Sentences

"She blanches the vegetables before stir-frying them."
"The chef blanches the almonds to remove their skins."
"He blanches at the sight of blood."
"The woman blanches when she hears the shocking news."
"The caterer blanches the tomatoes to make them easier to peel."
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Word Game Points

Is BLANCHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, blanches is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BLANCHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is BLANCHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, blanches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BLANCHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is BLANCHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, blanches is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BLANCHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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