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When the King is checked, or any valuable Piece in danger from the attack of an enemy, you are said to interpose a man w
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"When the King is checked, or any valuable Piece in danger from the attack of an enemy, you are said to interpose a man when you play it between the attacked and attacking Piece"

- Howard Staunton

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This quote by Howard Staunton is describing the game of chess. When the King remains in risk of being taken by an enemy piece, the gamer can interpose a man, suggesting they can move among their pieces between the assaulting and attacked pieces. This is a defensive relocation that can secure the King or other valuable pieces from being taken. It can likewise be used to obstruct the enemy piece from making any further relocations. Interposing a guy is a common technique in chess and can be used to get an advantage over the challenger. It can also be used to force the challenger to make a different move, or to develop a stalemate. By interposing a male, the gamer can safeguard their pieces and acquire an advantage in the video game.

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