Writing
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Present participle of write; marking letters, words, or symbols on a surface with a pen, pencil, or similar implement. The activity or skill of composing text.
“He enjoys writing poetry in his spare time.”
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Contains -ING ending and W at start; T in middle
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Worth 11 points; W provides good starting value
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