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Game-ending Chess Moves Crossword Answer

The answer to the Game-ending chess moves crossword clue is:

  • MATES (5 letters)

The clue and answer(s) above was last seen on August 1, 2022 in the NYT Mini. It can also appear across various crossword publications, including newspapers and websites around the world like the LA Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and more.

What is MATES?

Mates, or checkmates, are moves that put the opponent’s king figure in a position where he can’t escape, which marks the end of the match.

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