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TUGS

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Tugs.

Tugs - as a noun

A sudden abrupt pull

A powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
towboattowertugboat

Tugs - as a verb

Pull hard

Example: "The prisoner tugged at the chains"

Strive and make an effort to reach a goal

Example: "She tugged for years to make a decent living"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drivelaborlabourpush
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fightstruggle
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Tow (a vessel) with a tug

Example: "The tugboat tugged the freighter into the harbor"

Carry with difficulty

Example: "You'll have to lug this suitcase"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lugtote

Move by pulling hard

Example: "The horse finally tugged the cart out of the mud"

Pull or strain hard at

Example: "Each oar was tugged by several men"

Struggle in opposition

Example: "She tugged and wrestled with her conflicts"

Example Sentences

"He tugs on the rope to pull the heavy box."
"She tugs at her sleeve nervously."
"The dog tugs on its leash, eager to explore."
"He tugs gently on her hand to get her attention."
"The boy tugs on his mother's shirt, asking for candy."
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Word Game Points

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

TUGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.

Is TUGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tugs is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TUGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is TUGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tugs is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TUGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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