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Answer FIVE Geography questions each week based on major news events.
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This week's word in the news: PLOY
DEFINITION:
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“First of all, I think it’s important to recognize that the majority of the American people find this behavior deeply troubling,” said the 44th president, conceding that it does serve as an effective distraction and ploy for attention.
The Boston Herald -- 02/16/2026
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