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gamesmanship

[geymz-muhn-ship] / ˈgeɪmz mənˌʃɪp /




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That’s because the bottom two-thirds of the distribution is where we’d expect to see the bulk of earnings surprises that result from gamesmanship among companies and analysts.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Clearly believing it was an act of gamesmanship and a delaying tactic, Brighton's Joel Veltman unceremoniously tried to drag Saka to his feet, prompting a push and an angry exchange.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

“There’s a level of gamesmanship that goes on throughout the playoffs,” explained Edmonton defenseman Darnell Nurse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2025

He is often hostile to prisoner claims, but allergic to judicial gamesmanship.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2025

Maybe it was gamesmanship to try to throw me off, but it wasn’t working.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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