Word Meaning or Word Score: What to Check First in Scrabble

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When you're staring down a rack of tiles in Scrabble, the first instinct might be to hunt for the highest-scoring word, but often the smarter move is to check word meanings first. A common word with a moderate score can be more practical than a obscure high-scoring word you struggle to place. Focusing on meaning ensures you're playing words you can confidently defend—and maybe even learn something new.