DEFINITION: A cunning plan or action designed to turn a situation to one's own advantage.
FOUND IN THE NEWS: “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
Click on the correct answer in the quiz below. Then see if you can find the word in your newspaper -- the print edition, the website or the digital edition and copy the sentence for context. NOTE: High School words are much harder to find!
1. swagger
► A bold, or arrogant strut.
► To clarify or make something understandable
► Explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions)