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ZUGZWANG

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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Zugzwang.

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Zugzwang - as a noun

A situation in which a player is forced to make a disadvantageous move.

In figurative uses

Example Sentences

"In the chess game, he found himself in zugzwang and had to make a move that would ultimately weaken his position."
"The grandmaster expertly maneuvered his opponent into zugzwang, forcing them to make a detrimental move."
"She realized she was in zugzwang and had no choice but to sacrifice her queen to avoid checkmate."
"The player cleverly put his opponent in zugzwang, leaving them with no good moves to make."
"Recognizing the zugzwang situation, she sacrificed her bishop to regain control of the game."
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Word Game Points

Is ZUGZWANG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, zugzwang is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ZUGZWANG has a SCRABBLE points total of 31.

Is ZUGZWANG a valid Words With Friends word?
No, zugzwang is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
ZUGZWANG is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is ZUGZWANG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, zugzwang is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ZUGZWANG has a WORDFEUD points total of 34.

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