Pieces that are typically sacrificed in gambits Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, May 23, 2022 · 69-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, May 23, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 23, 2022 · 69-Across · 5 letters
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(chess) the least powerful piece; moves only forward and captures only to the side; it can be promoted to a more powerful piece if it reaches the 8th rank
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