NEARS is a playable word

near Scrabble® Dictionary

adjective
nearer, nearest
situated within a short distance
(adjective) nearish
verb
neared, nearing, nears
to approach
45 Playable Words can be made from "NEARS"
   2-Letter Words (10 found)
   3-Letter Words (17 found)
   4-Letter Words (13 found)
   5-Letter Words (5 found)