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What does Candidate Master (CM) mean in chess?
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Candidate Master is a chess title awarded by FIDE. It signals a strong competitive level, below FIDE Master, International Master, and Grandmaster.
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What does Candidate Master (CM) mean in chess?
Candidate Master is a chess title awarded by FIDE. It signals a strong competitive level, below FIDE Master, International Master, and Grandmaster.
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