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UNDERTOW

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Undertow.

Undertow - as a noun

An inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling

Example: "His account had a poignant undertow of regret"

The seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sea-poosesea-pursesea-puss

Undertow - as a verb

To pull or tow under; drag beneath; pull down.

To pull down by, or as by, an undertow.

To flow or behave as an undertow.

Example Sentences

"The strong undertow pulled the swimmer out to sea."
"The lifeguard warned everyone about the dangerous undertow near the shore."
"She got caught in the undertow and struggled to reach the surface."
"The beach was closed due to the powerful undertow caused by the storm."
"Swimmers were advised to be cautious of the undertow and riptides."
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Word Game Points

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

UNDERTOW has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

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

Is UNDERTOW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, undertow is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNDERTOW has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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