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noun • an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker • a maneuver in a game or conversation | ||||
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| 38% | 13 | Similar to the tricksy behavior attributed to leprechauns | ||
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Tricksy Schemes
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PLOYS which was last seen in the New York Times NYT crossword.
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PLOYS
Updated: December 23, 2025
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