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gambit

noun

/ˈɡæmbɪt/

Meaning

a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation

His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise.

opening gambit

ploy, tactic, maneuver, strategy, scheme

blunder, mistake, error

opening gambit, clever gambit, risky gambit

a person who is overly willing to serve or obey someone else

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely d...

An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.

the action of helping someone to do something; assistance or support

the ability to see something; a particular way of considering or regarding something; an opinion

A wish or inclination not strong enough to lead to action.