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TINDERBOX

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There are 2 meanings of the word Tinderbox.

Tinderbox - as a noun

A dangerous state of affairs; a situation that is a potential source of violence

Example: "The balkans are the tinderbox of europe"

A box for holding tinder

Example Sentences

"He opened the tin box to reveal a tinderbox for starting campfires."
"The dry forest was a tinderbox waiting for a spark."
"She kept a tinderbox in her backpack for emergencies."
"The old house was a tinderbox, filled with flammable materials."
"He accidentally dropped a match into the tinderbox, causing a small fire."
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Word Game Points

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

TINDERBOX has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is TINDERBOX a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tinderbox is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TINDERBOX has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is TINDERBOX a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tinderbox is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TINDERBOX has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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