Starring
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
The present participle of star; featuring or performing as a principal actor in a film, play, or show. Indicates a leading role or prominent position.
“The new thriller starring Emma Thompson opens in cinemas nationwide next Friday.”
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Not typically used in Wordle due to 8-letter length; contains double-R and -ING ending
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Worth 9 points; the double-R provides opportunities for building parallel words
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