3-4 point, 5-4 approach, one-space low pincer, separate

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seen in recent pro play

When white separates with 1, Black 2 and White 3 seem to be a common continuation, at which point black must choose which side to develop, possibly with a or b.

The jump down to the second line is usually slow unless White has prospects for a severe attack, for example if White occupies the two adjacent corners as in the following diagram:

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