“APOLOG” is a valid word. — 9 points Scrabble

poolan excavation that is (usually) filled with water
goalthe state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it
loopfastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines
poloVenetian traveler who explored Asia in the 13th century and served Kublai Khan (1254-1324)
logoa company emblem or device
opala translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones
goopany thick, viscous matter
gaola correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)
glopany gummy shapeless matter; usually unpleasant

goa time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
laa white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
ala silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite
paan informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
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aga soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

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