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SPRAINING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Spraining.

Spraining - as a noun

A painful injury to a joint caused by a sudden wrenching of its ligaments

Spraining - as a verb

Twist suddenly so as to sprain

Example: "Wrench one's ankle"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rickturntwistwrenchwrick

Example Sentences

"Be careful not to twist your wrist while lifting weights, as you may end up spraining it."
"The gymnast landed badly and ended up spraining her wrist."
"The athlete stretched too much and ended up spraining his hamstring."
"I twisted my ankle while spraining it during the soccer game."
"The athlete ended up spraining her wrist while climbing."
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Word Game Points

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

SPRAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is SPRAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spraining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPRAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is SPRAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spraining is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPRAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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