Gerbils
7 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of gerbil: small burrowing rodents native to arid regions of Africa and Asia, popular as pets because of their active and curious nature.
“The children kept two gerbils in a large cage filled with tunnels and nesting material.”
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rodents
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Ends in -ILS, the G, E, R, B, I, L, S spread tests a varied mix of common letter positions effectively
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The B (3 points) adds modest value, a solid seven-letter rack-clearer with no wasted premium tiles
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