Persian word from which "chess" comes Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Saturday, January 19, 2019 · 47-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, January 19, 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 19, 2019 · 47-Down · 4 letters
SHAH0 of 4 letters revealed
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