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Noun(1) an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker(2) 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(4) plan(5) plot

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Related Words
(1) opening gambit
Synonyms
Noun
1. stratagem
2. ploy


📺 Word Example from TV Shows

I'd call that a successful gambit.

I'd call that a successful GAMBIT.

Game of Thrones Season 6, Episode 8


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