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WOULD-BE

(adj.sat)
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Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Would-Be.

Would-Be - as an adjective satellite

Unfulfilled or frustrated in realizing an ambition

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manque

Example Sentences

"The would-be thief was caught by the security guard."
"The would-be actor auditioned for several roles but didn't get any."
"The would-be author spent years writing a novel but never finished it."
"The would-be chef prepared a delicious meal for his friends."
"The would-be president gave a passionate speech to rally his supporters."
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Is WOULD-BE a valid Scrabble word?
No, would-be is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is WOULD-BE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, would-be is NOT valid for Words With Friends
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Is WOULD-BE a valid WordFeud word?
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