ZUGZWANG
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Zugzwang.
How to pronounce 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."
Word Game Points
Is ZUGZWANG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, zugzwang is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordZUGZWANG is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is ZUGZWANG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, zugzwang is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordZUGZWANG has a WORDFEUD points total of 34.
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