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The Clue
Opening moves (7 letter answer)
The Answer
GAMBITS
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Notes
The answer GAMBITS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
GAMBIT as a noun:
1. (gambit, ploy) = an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker
2. (ploy, gambit, stratagem) = a maneuver in a game or conversation
3. a chess move early in the game in which the player sacrifices minor pieces in order to obtain an advantageous position