open game

British

noun

chess a relatively simple game involving open ranks and files, permitting tactical play, and usually following symmetrical development Compare closed game

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Espanyol took the lead in an open game through Jofre after six minutes but Sorloth pulled Atletico level midway through the first half.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

Other than that, it’s just an open game in terms of how you can cover this election.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2024

I am expecting another really open game and Tottenham will create chances, like they did last weekend against Villa.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2023

White gets the open game he craved, and by 13.

From Washington Times • Sep. 5, 2023

"If it's an open game, gents, and you've no objections, I'll take a hand," he said.

From Bert Wilson in the Rockies by Duffield, J. W.

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