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Updated June 2026
A smoothly bending line or surface without sharp angles. A bend or arc in shape.
“The road follows a gentle curve around the lake.”
/kɜːv/
Good vowel placement with U and E, V less common.
Worth 10 points with V being the highest value letter.
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