NYT Crossword · 66 Across
“Make a chess move” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, December 23, 2001 as 66 Across. The answer has 6 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Sunday, December 23, 2001 · 66 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Make a chess move”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with C and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Make a chess move” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 23, 2001, at 66 Across.
What is the answer to the “Make a chess move” crossword clue?
The answer is CASTLE (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.