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PREOCCUPYING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Preoccupying.

Preoccupying - as a verb

Engage or engross the interest or attention of beforehand or occupy urgently or obsessively

Example: "His work preoccupies him"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Occupy or take possession of beforehand or before another or appropriate for use in advance

Example: "The army preoccupied the hills"

Example Sentences

"Her preoccupying thoughts about the upcoming exam left her feeling anxious."
"The preoccupying noise of construction work made it difficult to concentrate."
"The preoccupying concern for her friend's safety kept her awake at night."
"His preoccupying obsession with cleanliness bordered on neurotic."
"The preoccupying issue of climate change requires immediate action."
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Word Game Points

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

PREOCCUPYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is PREOCCUPYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preoccupying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREOCCUPYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 30.

Is PREOCCUPYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preoccupying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREOCCUPYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 30.

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