What is stalemate and why does it happen?

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Blyizz
After drawing most of my games, I searched the Internet on what it was and why it happened. Although, I couldn’t find one definitive answer. Could someone explain it to me?
kaylap93

it's because your opponent doesn't have a move but they are not in check. this results in a draw. so make sure in the end game ypu take note of that. making sure they are in check or they have a move if you don't put them in check.

AtaChess68

This is a beautiful example from one of your games. It is white’s turn, but they can’t move and are not in check.

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