Game ending in "mate" Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, October 2, 2023 · 36-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, October 2, 2023.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 2, 2023 · 36-Across · 5 letters
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a board game for two players who move their 16 pieces according to specific rules; the object is to checkmate the opponent's king
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