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It comes from 'Try-at-goal'. Originally a try was not worth points but only gave the try-scoring team a chance to 'try-at-goal' meaning they could attempt to gain points by kicking a goal (kick a conversion, convert the 'try' into points).
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What is the Fijian word for rugby?
rugby = rugby
What is the real word origin for the word endeavor?
Real word origin? Endeavor: Try, attempt, seek, work towards. Sorry it's the best I can do.
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When do you capitalise the word Rugby?
You should capitalize the word "Rugby" when referring to the sport or the specific Rugby Football Union.
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le rugby
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How is the word ''rugby'' spelled in England?
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you score a try in rugby
Eonomics on state of origin rugby league?
millions of people watch it
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rugby football
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