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PUNCTUATING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Punctuating.

Punctuating - as a verb

Insert punctuation marks into

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mark10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
add5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

To stress, single out as important

Example: "Dr. jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accent10accentuate14emphasise16emphasize25stress6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evince11express16show10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Interrupt periodically

Example: "Her sharp questions punctuated the speaker's drone"

Example Sentences

"The act of punctuating a sentence correctly is important for clear communication."
"She learned the art of punctuating during her English class."
"The teacher emphasized the importance of accurately punctuating quotations."
"His excessive use of exclamation marks showed a lack of understanding of punctuating."
"The book provided helpful guidelines on punctuating various types of sentences."
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Word Game Points

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

PUNCTUATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PUNCTUATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, punctuating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PUNCTUATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is PUNCTUATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, punctuating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PUNCTUATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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