Strobe
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A scientific or entertainment instrument that produces rapid flashes of light, which can make moving objects appear stationary or slow.
“The nightclub's strobe created a dizzying effect on the dance floor.”
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Contains the ROBE sequence inside, the STR opening is a useful early Wordle cluster to test
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Worth 8 points, the B adds modest value and STROBE is easy to extend with STROBED or STROBES
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