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Updated June 2026
An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state, or the area defended by an animal or group. Can also refer to a sphere of activity or knowledge.
“The sales representative covers a large territory across the northern region.”
/ˈtɛrɪt(ə)ri/
ter·ri·to·ry
Double 'r' and 't'; '-ory' ending pattern with vowel repetition
12 points; useful for strategic placement with double letters
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