Check All Loose Pieces

Check All Loose Pieces

Only Chess

Cookies help us deliver our Services. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn More.

M

Joined
21 Jan 11
Moves
2382
22 Oct 13

Originally posted by byedidia
What is "test for give" from?
Not sure the origins, but basically as noted, to test something to see if it will give way

M

Joined
21 Jan 11
Moves
2382
22 Oct 13

Maybe also there is a nautical turn of phrase used to indicate a check for sea-worthiness..

If not, perhaps something like - check for leaks

Mister Why

San Carlos, CA

Joined
21 Feb 12
Moves
6039
22 Oct 13

I'm going with "look for leaks." I'll let you know how the kids like it.

Thanks Murchu.

h
peacedog's keeper

Joined
15 Jan 11
Moves
13975
22 Oct 13

Originally posted by Murchu
Not sure the origins, but basically as noted, to test something to see if it will give way
Sounds like a golden rule for rock-climbers. Live ones anyway :0

M

Joined
21 Jan 11
Moves
2382
23 Oct 13

Originally posted by byedidia
I'm going with "look for leaks." I'll let you know how the kids like it.

Thanks Murchu.
No worries. Look for leaks is nice and simple, let us know how you get on, and if you unearth any other gems 🙂

Chess Librarian

The Stacks

Joined
21 Aug 09
Moves
113589
23 Oct 13

Originally posted by Murchu
Maybe also there is a nautical turn of phrase used to indicate a check for sea-worthiness..

If not, perhaps something like - check for leaks
As a Custodial Manager for Disney, this one made me laugh at multiple levels!

ml

out on bail

Joined
20 Jun 09
Moves
12298
23 Oct 13

'The walking dead' is any piece en-prise, according to my grandson!

ml

out on bail

Joined
20 Jun 09
Moves
12298
23 Oct 13

Therefore, why not call 'em Zombies?

M

Joined
21 Jan 11
Moves
2382
24 Oct 13

Originally posted by Paul Leggett
As a Custodial Manager for Disney, this one made me laugh at multiple levels!
Ha ha, cool employer, Paul, and glad to do my public service and provide a little unanticipated amusement 🙂