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PLOY

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Ploy.

How to pronounce ploy:

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Ploy - as a noun

An opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gambit11

A maneuver in a game or conversation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gambit11stratagem12

Ploy - as a verb

To form a column from a line of troops on some designated subdivision.

Example Sentences

"He used a clever ploy to distract his opponent and win the game."
"The politician's speech was just a ploy to gain public support."
"Her sudden fainting was nothing but a ploy to get attention."
"The company's marketing campaign was a successful ploy to attract new customers."
"Their offer of a discount was just a ploy to get people to buy more."
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Word Game Points

Is PLOY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ploy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PLOY has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PLOY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ploy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLOY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is PLOY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ploy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLOY has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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