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SHIRKED

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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Shirked.

Shirked - as a verb

Avoid (one's assigned duties)

Example: "The derelict soldier shirked his duties"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fiddlegoldbrickshrink from
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
avoid
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Avoid dealing with

Example: "She shirks her duties"

Example Sentences

"He shirked his responsibilities and left the office early."
"The student shirked his duty to study and played video games instead."
"She shirked her household chores and went out with friends."
"The employee shirked his task of organizing files and went for a coffee break."
"He always shirked from making any difficult decisions."
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Word Game Points

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

SHIRKED has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is SHIRKED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shirked is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHIRKED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is SHIRKED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shirked is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHIRKED has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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