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Perpetual Check

Unremitting attack on a king, without checkmate. Under some rules this may result in a draw.


When a player puts the opponent in check, and the check could be repeated endlessly, the game will be declared a draw by repetition. This tactic can be resorted to as a form of insurance in a losing position. Often shortened to perpetual.

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