sky bingo

sky bingo
 n.— «The skydivers will jump while unfurling a 700 square foot American flag, as well as play what is known as “sky bingo,” where the skydivers land on plates purchased by visitors to the Balloon Race.» —“Buffalo Trace Balloon Race entertainment will offer something for everyone” Ledger Independent (Maysville, Kentucky) July 22, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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