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Waiting move

Last updated on Tue, 05/06/2008 at 7:49am.

In chess parlance, a waiting move is a move that does not appear to contribute to the player's immediate tactical objectives, but instead shifts the burden of action to the opponent. Such a move may be inconsequential, reflecting a lack of a plan, or it may itself constitute a tactic by obligating the opponent to make a subsequent move.

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by HOWDEY - 3 months ago
Texas United States

Member Since: Apr 2008
Member Points: 32

Ah, I understand. I have used this when I had an attack position set up, but it required a first response from the opponent. For me it usually goes badly, because the opponent has a plan and I just gave over the lead. Usually when this happens I am forced into moves from some other part of the board that also destroys my plans. However, I have won great games with it and gained much material.