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Kosumi
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  Difficulty: Beginner   Keywords: Shape, Tactics, Go term

The kosumi, or diagonal connection, is often used to connect groups of stones together. It is a strong connection in that it cannot be broken.

[Diagram]
Diag.: Kosumi

If white tries to cut at 'a', black connects at 'b' and vice versa.

--MortenPahle



See also: the weak player's diagonal.



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