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- pronunciation:
- gaem
biht
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a tactic or maneuver designed to gain an advantage, esp. one that involves some sacrifice on one's part.
Offering his services for no pay was a gambit that paid off, because it allowed him to make a name for himself and eventually get high-paying clients.- similar words:
- maneuver, ploy
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| definition 2: |
in chess, a tactic of sacrificing a pawn or other piece in order to gain an advantage.
It was a risky gambit to sacrifice his rook, but he correctly calculated that his opponent would fall for the bait.- similar words:
- tactics
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| definition 3: |
a remark or question used to open a conversation.
He made use of one of his most witty and flattering gambits, but the attractive woman was unimpressed. |
| related words: |
dodge |
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