Debates
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of debate or third-person singular of debate, referring to formal discussions where opposing arguments are put forward.
“The parliamentary debates on the new bill were broadcast live to the nation.”
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Ends in -TES, contains double E, B is the single uncommon letter to nail down
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Worth 10 points, B scores 3, common letter pattern that places easily on the board
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