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Updated June 2026
A person with whom one works in a profession or business, especially someone in a similar position. A fellow member of an organisation or profession.
“She collaborated with her colleague on the research project for over two years.”
/ˈkɒliːɡ/
col·league
Contains 'eague' ending and double 'l'; watch for the French-origin spelling
Worth 12 points; the double 'l' and multiple vowels allow for strategic placement
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