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FORAYS

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Forays.

Forays - as a noun

A sudden short attack

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maraudraid
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
incursion
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An initial attempt (especially outside your usual areas of competence)

Example: "Scientists' forays into politics"

Forays - as a verb

Steal goods; take as spoils

Example: "During the earthquake people looted the stores that were deserted by their owners"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
despoillootpillageplunderransackreaverifle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
take
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Briefly enter enemy territory

Example Sentences

"His frequent forays into the forest were always filled with excitement and adventure."
"She made occasional forays into the art world, attending gallery openings and exhibitions."
"Their forays into entrepreneurship led to the creation of a successful startup company."
"The team's forays into enemy territory proved to be strategically advantageous."
"His forays into the world of fashion photography earned him international recognition."
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Word Game Points

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

FORAYS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is FORAYS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, forays is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FORAYS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is FORAYS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, forays is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORAYS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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