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Updated June 2026
Past tense of shape, meaning to give a particular form or configuration to something, or to influence the development or nature of something. Shaping involves moulding, forming, or determining characteristics.
“Her early experiences shaped her perspective on social justice issues.”
Contains vowels A and E; -ED ending with SH- digraph at start.
Worth 12 points; the H and P provide good value in this common verb.
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