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What is a problem-like in chess?

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Problem-like is a chess vocabulary term: an elegant and counterintuitive tactical shot, of the type generally found in chess problems rather than in actual play, can be termed problem-like. Use it as vocabulary, but always ask what it changes about the position or the game situation.

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