The Clue
Its openings are often studied (5 letter answer)
The Answer
CHESS
Tags
Notes
The answer CHESS is common and appears about once every 275 puzzles.
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Definition
CHESS as a noun:
1. (chess, cheat, Bromus secalinus) = weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat
2. (chess, chess game) = a board game for two players who move their 16 pieces according to specific rules; the object is to checkmate the opponent's king