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Incident

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

An event or occurrence, especially one that is unusual, significant, or potentially problematic. A particular happening or episode that attracts attention.

The security team responded quickly to the incident and ensured everyone's safety.

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Wordle

Contains DENT ending with three I's - INCI root pattern

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Scrabble

Worth 11 points; DENT ending allows good word connectivity

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