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Yes, poise is playable

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"Poise" Definition

noun

A centimeter-gram-second unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter.
A state of balance or equilibrium; stability.
A state or condition of hovering or being suspended.
Freedom from affectation or embarrassment; composure.
The bearing or deportment of the head or body; mien.

verb-intransitive

To be balanced or held in suspension; hover.

verb-transitive

To carry or hold in equilibrium; balance.

verb

To hold or carry in equilibrium.
To hold supported or suspended without motion in a steady position.
To hold or carry (the head) in a particular way.
To put into readiness.
To become drawn up into readiness.

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