Expend
6 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To use up or consume a resource, supply, or energy completely.
“It seems unwise to expend all your energy in the opening stages of the race.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪkˈspɛnd/
Syllables
ex·pend
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Two vowels (E, E) and ends in -END, a common suffix, EX- start makes it quick to narrow in Wordle
Scrabble
Worth 16 points with X (8pts) and D (2pts), no S hook available but solid standalone play
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