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Yes, toehold is playable

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"Toehold" Definition

noun

A slight or initial yet significant advantage useful for future progress: Family connections gave her a toehold in politics.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

A small indentation or ledge on which the toe of a shoe can find support in climbing.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

A hold or place of support for the toes (as in climbing).

Source: Merriam-Webster

A means of progressing (as in surmounting barriers).

Source: Merriam-Webster

A slight footing .

Source: Merriam-Webster

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