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Pawn

usgb/pɔːn/Volume
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Chess Basics

In chess, pawns may seem weak but are essential for defense and attack strategy.

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He sacrificed his pawn to protect his queen.
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Promotion Potential

A pawn that reaches the opponent's end of the board can be promoted, usually to a queen.

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She got her pawn to the other side and promoted it.
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