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STAUNCHES

(adj.sat, verb)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Staunches.

Staunches - as an adjective satellite

Firm and dependable especially in loyalty

Example: "A steadfast ally"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
steadfastunswerving

Staunches - as a verb

Stop the flow of a liquid

Example: "Staunch the blood flow"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
haltstanchstem

Example Sentences

"She staunches the bleeding with a clean cloth."
"The doctor staunches the patient's wound with stitches."
"He staunches his tears and puts on a brave face."
"The firefighter staunches the flames with a fire extinguisher."
"She staunches the flow of water by turning off the faucet."
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Word Game Points

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

STAUNCHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

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

Is STAUNCHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, staunches is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STAUNCHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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