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Yes, martingale is playable

...and is worth 17 points.

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"Martingale" Definition

noun

A loose half belt or strap placed on the back of a garment, such as a coat or jacket.
Games A method of gambling in which one doubles the stakes after each loss.
Nautical Any of several parts of standing rigging strengthening the bowsprit and jib boom against the force of the head stays.
Any of several systems of betting in which a player increases the stake usually by doubling each time a bet is lost.
A lower stay of rope or chain for the jibboom used to sustain the strain of the forestays and fastened to or rove through the dolphin striker.

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