Infamous chess trap that ends the game in two moves Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 61-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, May 22, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 22, 2026 · 61-Across · 9 letters
FOOLSMATE0 of 9 letters revealed
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The quickest possible checkmate in the game of chess.
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