Plural of feint; deceptive movements, attacks, or tactics intended to mislead an opponent.
From Old French feinte, now pluralized in English. The term originated in fencing and expanded to describe any strategic deception in combat or sport.
In chess, boxing, and even conversation, feints are psychological weapons—they make your opponent react to something that isn't real, giving you the advantage!
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