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gamesmanship

/ˌgeɪmzmənˈʃɪp/
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Definitions of gamesmanship
  1. noun
    the use of dubious (although not technically illegal) methods to win a game
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    type of:
    inequity, unfairness
    injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards
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