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   Wild card

   /ˈwīl(d) ˌkärd/

   

   noun

   • 1. a playing card that can have any value, suit, color, or other property in a game at the discretion of the player holding it.
   • ▪ a person or thing whose influence is unpredictable or whose qualities are uncertain.
   • ▪ a character that will match any character or sequence of characters in a search.
   • ▪ an opportunity to enter a sports competition without having to take part in qualifying matches or be ranked at a particular level.
   • ▪ a player or team granted a wild card.

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