In chess, a double check is a check delivered by two pieces at the same time. In chess notation, it is sometimes symbolized by "++" (but "++" is also used to denote checkmate).
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Famous quotes containing the words double and/or check:
“I know [my label], in any case: a double face, a charming Janus, and underneath, the house motto: “Be wary”. On my business cards: “Jean-Baptiste Clamence, actor”.”
—Albert Camus (1913–1960)
“Is there no hope for me? Is there no way
That I may sight and check that speeding bark
Which out of sight and sound is passing, passing?”
—Paul Laurence Dunbar (1872–1906)
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