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Abacci > Chess > Special Terms > Sacrifice

Sacrifice

To sacrifice means to give up a piece without obtaining for him a piece of the opponent or to give up a piece for one of lesser value.

Sacrifices are often made as a strategic move indended to improve a players chances later in the game.

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