gambit
📖 Definitions
noun
1. An opening in which a minor piece is sacrificed to obtain a strategic advantage.
2. A maneuver used to secure an advantage.
3. A remark used to open or redirect a conversation.
💬 Usage Examples
“This was a risky gambit for both cola rivals. But it paid off.” Fire-Starter; The Economist (London, UK); Sep 26, 2020.