Counter-strafe
Tapping the opposite movement key (D after A) to instantly halt momentum. Essential for "stop-shooting" — you stop, fire, your bullet has full standing accuracy.
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Jump-throw
Releasing a grenade at the apex of a jump. Required for most precise smoke / flash lineups. Most pros bind a key to do it consistently.
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Jiggle peek
Quickly stepping into and out of an angle to test for an AWPer or pre-aim. Bait the shot without committing to the duel. Combined with counter-strafing for instant retreat.
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Shoulder peek
Showing a small slice of your character to bait an AWP shot, then counter-strafing back to cover before the AWPer can re-fire. Costs you the round if mistimed.
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Pop-flash
A flashbang thrown to detonate the moment it appears in the enemy's vision — minimal "look away" reaction window. Common from corner peeks like Inferno banana → top.