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chide
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5 LETTERS5 POINTS[tʃaɪd]
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How chide fits the hive
Base Score
5
Before any pangram bonus
Unique Letters
5
C D E H I
Two-Letter Start
CH
Useful for systematic scans
Ending
DE
Useful for cleanup scans
- 5 letters
- 5 unique letters
- CH start
- DE ending
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- chide is worth 5 points before any pangram bonus.
- It uses 5 unique letters, so it can fit boards that include c, d, e, h, i plus any remaining hive letters.
- The DE ending makes this a useful pattern check after you try the CH start.
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Pronunciation
[tʃaɪd]
Definitions
verb
To admonish in blame; to reproach angrily.
verb
To utter words of disapprobation and displeasure; to find fault; to contend angrily.
verb
To make a clamorous noise; to chafe.
Related Words
Same Letters
- chided