NYT Dictionary

LURKING

/lˈɝkɪŋ/

VerbNounLURK-inglurk-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026

Meaning

present participle and gerund of lurk

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

lurkskulkloiterloungefootlelollygag loaf lallygag tarrylinger

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

2026-02-22LGIKNRU

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