General
duck, duck, gray duck
What does duck, duck, gray duck mean?
The Minnesota variant of the children's chasing game Duck, Duck, Goose, in which the picker names colors and 'gray duck' triggers the chase.
"The kids played duck, duck, gray duck at the reunion."
Origin
A Minnesota-specific rule set for the game, distinguishing locals from the rest of the country.
Frequently asked questions
What is 'duck, duck, gray duck'?
It's Minnesota's variant of the children's chasing game Duck, Duck, Goose, where the picker names colors and 'gray duck' triggers the chase.
How is it different from Duck, Duck, Goose?
Instead of just tapping heads and saying 'goose,' the picker calls out colors and only 'gray duck' starts the chase.
Where is 'duck, duck, gray duck' played?
It's a Minnesota-specific rule set that famously distinguishes locals from the rest of the country.
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