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MOTHBALLING

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There are 2 meanings of the word Mothballing.

Mothballing - as a verb

To store or shelve something no longer used.

Example: "They mothballed the old version after the new one came out."

To stop using (something), but keep it in good condition.

Example Sentences

"The mothballing of the old factory led to the loss of many jobs."
"The mothballing of the shipyard meant that no new ships were being built."
"The mothballing of the nuclear power plant was a precautionary measure."
"The mothballing of the military base was a cost-cutting decision."
"After years of decline, the mothballing of the department store was inevitable."
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Word Game Points

Is MOTHBALLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mothballing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MOTHBALLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is MOTHBALLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mothballing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MOTHBALLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is MOTHBALLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mothballing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MOTHBALLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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