Updated June 2026
The act of setting up, founding, or creating something on a firm or permanent basis. It involves initiating and securing the existence of an institution, relationship, or fact.
“The university is establishing new partnerships with international research institutions.”
Contains the 'ING' suffix and multiple 'I' vowels; features the 'ESTAB' opening pattern
Worth 16 points; strategic for parallel plays and utilising the 'H' on premium squares
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