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Miniature

By Mark Weeks, About.com

Definition:

A miniature is a short game, generally lasting less than 20 moves. To create a miniature, the losing side has to make at least one serious mistake.

The shortest game possible is 1.f4 e6 2.g4?? Qh4 checkmate. This is also known as Fool's Mate.

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