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HAWALAS

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There is 1 meaning of the word Hawalas.

Hawalas - as a noun

An underground banking system based on trust whereby money can be made available internationally without actually moving it or leaving a record of the transaction

Example: "Terrorists make extensive use of hawala"

Example Sentences

"Illegal hawalas are difficult for law enforcement to trace."
"Many immigrant workers rely on hawalas to send money back to their home countries."
"Law enforcement agencies are working to combat illegal hawalas."
"Some countries have banned or restricted the use of hawalas due to concerns about terrorism financing."
"The use of hawalas has both pros and cons in terms of financial stability and regulatory control."
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Word Game Points

Is HAWALAS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hawalas is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HAWALAS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is HAWALAS a valid Words With Friends word?
No, hawalas is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
HAWALAS is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is HAWALAS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hawalas is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HAWALAS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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