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Updated June 2026
The activities associated with governance of a country or area, especially debate between parties having power. It encompasses the theory and practice of influencing others and making decisions in groups.
“She studied politics at university before pursuing a career in journalism.”
/ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪks/
pol·i·tics
Contains common letters P, O, L, I, T, C, S with I appearing twice
Worth 12 points; useful for building on existing words
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