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tugging

Divide tugging into syllables:

tug · ging

How to pronounce tugging:

Synonyms for tugging:

draggingdrawingluggingpluckdragwrenchjerkhaulingpullpulling

Antonyms for tugging:

drivingpushing

Other 2-syllable words like tugging

Here are some other common words that have 2 syllables, like tugging does.

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  • bulbous
  • ceviches
  • forbear
  • tiptop
  • widest
  • Crevan
  • gambolled
  • lampshade
  • midair
  • scribbled
  • shambling
  • stinging
  • Lagos
  • tasty
  • … more
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