Zwischenzug

Description

A German tactical term meaning "in-between move." An unexpected move that temporarily interrupts the normal flow of moves to disrupt the opponent's plans. A technique that creates favorable developments by deliberately inserting a different move

TacticsAlso known as: Intermezzo
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