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Updated June 2026
to quaver or tremble
“Her voice would quave with emotion during the speech.”
"Quave" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 3 vowels help pin down vowel positions early. Watch the less-common letter Q.
"Quave" is worth 17 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile Q — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
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