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Yes, canvass is playable

...and is worth 15 points.

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"Canvass" Definition

noun

A solicitation of votes or orders.
A survey of public opinion.
An examination or discussion.
The act or an instance of .
A personal solicitation of votes or survey of public opinion.

verb-transitive

To conduct a survey of (public opinion); poll.
To examine carefully or discuss thoroughly; scrutinize: "The evidence had been repeatedly canvassed in American courts” ( Anthony Lewis).
To go through (a region) or go to (persons) to solicit votes or orders.

verb-intransitive

To make a thorough examination or conduct a detailed discussion.
To solicit voters, orders, or opinions.

verb

To toss in a canvas sheet in sport or punishment.
To examine in detail.
To examine (votes) officially for authenticity.
To go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments .
To seek orders or votes .

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