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Updated June 2026
The action of leaving a place or beginning a journey. It can also refer to a deviation from an established pattern or norm.
“The flight's departure has been delayed by two hours due to weather.”
/dɪˈpɑː(r)tjə(r)/
de·par·ture
Nine letters with repeated 'e' and 'r' - watch for letter frequency
Worth 12 points; balanced letters aid board placement strategies
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