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Updated June 2026
Relating to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical studies. Efficient and emotionally detached.
“The new drug underwent extensive clinical trials before approval.”
/ˈklɪnɪkəl/
clin·i·cal
Contains 'clin' with '-ical' ending; common suffix pattern
Worth 12 points; useful word with good letter distribution
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