It refers to a situation where a player is forced to make a move, but every available move will worsen their position.
Reid realizes Maeve has been taken when the kidnapper uses specific code words they had established for her safety. [S8E12] Zugzwang
In the episode, the term is used as a taunt by an antagonist known as "The Replicator," signaling that Reid is in a losing position where any action he takes will lead to disaster. Plot Highlights It refers to a situation where a player