Homonym: endgame (Strategy)
In chess, the term "endgame" refers to the final phase of a game, where there are fewer pieces left on the board. This stage focuses on strategic moves to promote pawns into queens and checkmate the opponent's king. Players often rely on their knowledge of specific endgame techniques to secure a win or force a draw.
In broader contexts, "endgame" can describe the final stages of any process or situation, such as a project or negotiation. It emphasizes the importance of planning and executing strategies to achieve desired outcomes, similar to how chess players aim for victory in the endgame.