opening move

/ˌoʊp(ə)nɪŋ muv/
/ˈʌʊpənɪŋ muv/
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Other forms: opening moves

Definitions of opening move
  1. noun
    the first of a series of actions
    synonyms: first step, initiative, opening
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    types:
    curtain raiser
    any preliminary activity
    first base
    the initial stage in accomplishing something
    peace initiative
    opening move in negotiating a peace treaty
    type of:
    beginning, commencement, start
    the act of starting something
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