Pawn-capturing move Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 48-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 8, 2026 · 48-Across · 9 letters
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(chess) a chess pawn that is moved two squares can be captured by an opponent's pawn commanding the square that was passed
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