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Jives

5 lettersnoun

Updated June 2026

Definition

lively dances; also insincere or deceptive talk

His jives about promotion turned out to be empty promises.

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"Jives" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter J.

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"Jives" is worth 15 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile J — land it on a premium square for a big swing.

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