Already
7 lettersadverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Before or by now or the time in question; used to express surprise at how soon something has happened. Indicates that something has occurred earlier than expected.
“I've already finished my homework, so I can watch television now.”
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A appears twice; contains vowels A, E; common letter patterns
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Worth 11 points; Y (4 pts) adds value to common letters
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