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There are 2 meanings of the word Preoccupy.

How to pronounce preoccupy:

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Preoccupy - as a verb

Engage or engross the interest or attention of beforehand or occupy urgently or obsessively

Example: "His work preoccupies him"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Occupy or take possession of beforehand or before another or appropriate for use in advance

Example: "The army preoccupied the hills"

Example Sentences

"I apologize if I seem distant; I have a lot on my mind preoccupying me."
"Her past mistakes continue to preoccupy her and hinder her personal growth."
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Word Game Points

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

PREOCCUPY has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is PREOCCUPY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preoccupy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREOCCUPY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is PREOCCUPY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preoccupy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREOCCUPY has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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