The Hindu Editorial (​​A game for all ages) – Mar 28, 2026

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The Hindu Editorial (​​A game for all ages) – Mar 28, 2026:

1. caravan (noun) – a group of people, vehicles, or a tournament traveling together from one place to another; procession, troop, convoy.
2. roll into (phrasal verb) – to arrive at a place in large numbers or as a group in a casual or steady manner; arrive in.
3. view (noun) – sight, visibility.
4. commence (verb) – to begin or start; begin, start, initiate, launch.
5. traverse (verb) – to travel across or through; cross, journey across, navigate, negotiate.
6. feature (verb) – to include someone or something as an important part; showcase, highlight, present, star.
7. in stature (phrase) – in reputation, in importance, in standing, in prestige.
8. commercial heft (phrase) – significant financial influence, weight, or power; financial power, economic influence, monetary clout, commercial weight.
9. heft (noun) – weight, influence, clout.
10. inaugural (adjective) – first, maiden, initial, opening.
11. edition (noun) – a particular version of a regular event or tournament; version, installment, chapter, iteration.
12. defending (adjective) – reigning, current, holding.
13. astronomical (adjective) – extremely large, especially relating to cost or numbers; massive, colossal, gigantic, staggering.
14. reflection (noun) – indication, display, demonstration, manifestation.
15. league (noun) – a group of sports clubs that play each other over a period for a championship; association, federation.
16. return on investment (ROI) (noun) – a financial metric used to evaluate the profitability of an investment by comparing its gain or loss relative to its cost; financial gain, yield, profit, earnings.
17. counter (adverb) – in opposition to, against.
18. rebel (adjective) – defiant,  contrary, dissenting.
19. Indian Cricket League (ICL) (proper noun) – a private, unofficial cricket league funded by Zee Entertainment Enterprises that operated between 2007 and 2009 in India, which was not recognized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI); rebel league of IPL.
20. among (preposition) – between.
21. across the globe (phrase) – all over the world; worldwide, globally, internationally, universally.
22. crown (noun) – championship, title, trophy, prize.
23. stampede (noun) – a sudden panicked rush of a number of people or animals; rush, flight, panic, rout.
24. leave someone dead (phrase) – to cause fatalities or result in the death of people; kill, claim lives, cause fatalities, result in death.
25. shortly (adverb) – soon, before long, in the near future.
26. confess (verb) – admit, acknowledge, concede, own up.
27. cut to the present (phrase) – to fast-forward the narrative or shift the focus to the current time; fast-forward to today, shifting to now, jump to the present, currently.
28. predicament (noun) – a difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation; dilemma, quandary, crisis, tight spot.
29. Perhaps (adverb) – maybe, possibly, conceivably, perchance.
30. rhythm (noun) – pattern, flow, tempo, cadence.
31. constitute (verb) – comprise, make up, form, account for.
32. troika (noun) – a group of three people, things, or teams working together; trio, triad, trinity, threesome.
33. intrinsic (adjective) – inherent, innate, built-in, fundamental.
34. relevant (adjective) – pertinent, applicable, germane, significant.
35. no longer (phrase) – not anymore; not now.
36. stake a claim (phrase) – to assert one’s right to something or demand recognition; claim a right, assert ownership, demand, request.
37. franchise (noun) – a professional sports team recognized as part of a league; team, club, squad, outfit.
38. age-spectrum (noun) – the complete range of ages represented within a specific group; age range, age bracket.
39. veteran (noun) – a person who has had long experience in a particular field; old hand, seasoned professional, expert, master.
40. turn out (for) (phrasal verb) – to participate in, play for, or represent a team; play for, represent, appear for, feature for.
41. slam (verb) – smash, strike, hit, whack.
42. ton (noun) – a score of a hundred runs by a single batsman in a cricket match; century, hundred runs, three-figure score.
43. race towards (phrasal verb) – to move rapidly toward a target or goal; hurry towards, rush towards.
44. cap (noun) – an official appearance by a player for a particular sports team; appearance, representation.
45. claim (verb) – secure, take, acquire, capture.
46. outfit (noun) – team, squad, unit, club.
47. such as (phrase) – for example; like, namely, including, for instance.
48. silverware (noun) – trophies, cups, titles, championships.
49. further (verb) – promote, advance, forward, facilitate.
50. legacy (noun) – the long-lasting impact of particular events, actions, or a person’s life; footprint, heritage, tradition, enduring impact.
51. attraction (noun) – something that draws attention, interest, or crowds; draw, pull, appeal, magnet.
52. ally (noun) – a person or organization that cooperates with or helps another; partner, associate, supporter, collaborator.
53. seamer (noun) – a fast bowler in cricket who relies on moving the ball off the seam; fast bowler, pace bowler, quick bowler, paceman.
54. gradually (adverb) – slowly and step by step.
55. turn up (phrasal verb) – to arrive or appear; arrive, appear, show up, present oneself.
56. on a comeback trail (phrase) – in the process of attempting to return to a former level of success or prominence; attempting a return, seeking a revival, making a resurgence, on the road to recovery.
57. trail (noun) – path, track, route, course.
58. lean on (phrasal verb) – to rely heavily on someone or something for support; rely on, depend on, count on, trust in.
59. attention (noun) – notice, thought, or interest; observation, awareness, consideration.
60. roots (noun) – the basic origins or the source of something; origins, beginnings, foundation, base.
61. usher in (phrasal verb) – to mark or cause the beginning of something new; herald, introduce, inaugurate, initiate.

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