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Yes, encumber is playable

...and is worth 19 points.

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"Encumber" Definition

verb-transitive

To burden with legal or financial obligations: an estate that is encumbered with debts.
To hinder or impede the action or performance of: restrictions that encumber police work.
To put a heavy load on; burden: a hiker who was encumbered with a heavy pack; a life that has always been encumbered with responsibilities.

verb

To impede or hamper the function or activity of .
To burden with a legal claim (as a mortgage) .

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