Learn · Tactical patterns

Clearance

Move a piece out of the way, often with tempo, so another can use its square or line.

White to play · rated 1021

Find the move

Work it out first, then step through the answer.

Your move
Move 1 of 5
Move 2 of 5
Move 3 of 5
Move 4 of 5
Move 5 of 5
Explanations written by Peek AI

How to spot it

  1. 1

    Your piece is in the way

    It blocks a better piece, square or line.

  2. 2

    Move it with a threat

    A check or capture, so they have no time.

  3. 3

    Then use the line

    The piece behind arrives with force.

Train clearances

Pick the pattern in Puzzles. The board freezes, so you see the whole line first.

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