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ploy

[ploi] / plɔɪ /


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That ploy, initiated in 2022 by former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, was criticized then by now–U.S.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“I feel like it was a ploy to get his ballroom that he wants, and that’s his reason,” one explained.

From Salon • May 13, 2026

It was clearly a rehearsed training ground ploy, although Slegers gave little away.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

After her latest ploy for attention, will there be anyone left who believes former Fox anchor Megyn Kelly stands for something other than her own brand?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

“Even Duck knows that tale. Can you tell me the name of the knight who tried the same ploy with Vhagar during the Dance of the Dragons?” lyrion grinned.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin




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