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Updated June 2026
Relating to the government, public affairs, or the exercise of authority within a state or organisation. Concerned with the theory and practice of politics or governance.
“The political debate focused on healthcare reform and economic policy.”
/pəˈlɪtɪkəl/
po·lit·i·cal
Contains 'POLI' prefix and '-ICAL' suffix; watch for double 'I'
Worth 13 points; strategic placement can create multiple word combinations
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