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Bowling tenth frames allow three separate throws

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After nine rounds of strict two-throw limits, the final frame completely changes the dynamic. If you manage to knock everything down, the lane grants you a bonus tertiary roll, providing one last desperate chance to massively inflate your mediocre total score.

Bowling tenth frames allow three separate throws
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