Word before “mate” to finish off in chess Crossword Clue

We have the 5-letter answer for Word before "mate" to finish off in chess crossword clue, last seen in the Daily Themed Crossword August 16, 2025 puzzle. Let us help you solve the crossword clue that has you stumped so you can finish the puzzle.

Word before "mate" to finish off in chess Crossword Answer

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  • (noun)
    1. an appraisal of the state of affairs
    2. a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something
  • (verb)
    1. be verified or confirmed; pass inspection
    2. make cracks or chinks in
  • CHESS (noun)
    1. weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat
    2. a board game for two players who move their 16 pieces according to specific rules; the object is to checkmate the opponent’s king
  • FINISH (noun)
    1. a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
    2. event whose occurrence ends something
  • FINISH (verb)
    1. finish eating all the food on one’s plate or on the table
    2. finally be or do something

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Word before "mate" to finish off in chess Crossword Clue Q&A

  1. When was Word before "mate" to finish off in chess crossword clue used most recently?
  2. What was the most recent answer for Word before "mate" to finish off in chess crossword clue?
    • The most recent answer for the clue is CHECK
  3. What is the 5-letter answer for Word before "mate" to finish off in chess crossword clue?
    • CHECK

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