Some chess tactics (4)

I believe the answer is:

pins

(Other definitions for pins that I've seen before include "With needles, they create a tingling sensation" , "security codes" , "Wire fasteners" , "Stocking fillers" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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