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Cluword for May 27, 2026 — Clue, Hints & Answer

Medium · 6 Letters · Wednesday Archive · Puzzle #11

The May 27, 2026 Cluword was rated Medium. Below you'll find the clue exactly as it appeared, the progressive hints, and the answer with a short explanation.

Today's cryptic clue

“Risky opening, on the board or in conversation.”

Progressive hints

Hint 1 of 3
Queen's ___, the Netflix sensation.
Hint 2 of 3
A chess strategy with a calculated sacrifice.
Hint 3 of 3
Six letters. Starts with G.

Answer

Reveal the answer for May 27, 2026

GAMBIT

A double definition: in chess, a gambit is a risky opening that sacrifices material; in conversation, a gambit is an opening remark. 'The Queen's Gambit' hint covers both.

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