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A position that cannot be broken down. Typically it refers to an endgame situation where one side has what would normally be a winning material advantage, but cannot win due to the fortress.

I have always a slight feeling of pity for the man who has no knowledge of Chess Siegbert Tarrasch
When you see a good move, look for a better one Emanuel Lasker
Never felt more like singin’ the blues, cos I never thought that I’d ever lose… Vladimir Kramnik 2017
I am the best player in the world, and I am here to prove it. Robert Fischer
1971
I still think people can learn at any age – I’m actually sure about that. It’s just that the ceiling is lower for how far you want to go. Magnus Carlsen
2016

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