Which trick-taking card game, popular in the United States, uses a 48-card pack containing two copies each of the ace, ten, king, queen, jack, and nine in every suit?
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Pinochle
Pinochle is unique because players score points both by winning tricks and by forming 'melds,' which are specific combinations of cards held in their hands. The game's name is derived from the French word binocle, meaning 'eyeglasses,' referring to the iconic pairing of the Queen of Spades and Jack of Diamonds. It gained massive popularity in the United States during the early 20th century, particularly as a favorite pastime among soldiers during World War II.
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