Key chess piece Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Monday, August 17, 2026 · 25-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, August 17, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 17, 2026 · 25-Down · 4 letters
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(chess) the weakest but the most important piece
noun
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