Updated June 2026
Aligned or positioned in a particular direction, or directed towards a specific purpose or interest. Having adapted to or become familiar with a new situation or environment.
“The company adopted a customer-oriented approach to improve service quality and client satisfaction.”
Eight letters with pattern ORI-; contains five vowels (O, I, E, E)
Worth 9 points; past participle with excellent vowel content for versatile plays
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