Game with forks and pins Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, January 25, 2013 · 40-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, January 25, 2013.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 25, 2013 · 40-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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