Poker lobbyists want state to shuffle up, deal with it
The Texas Poker PAC is pushing for legalized poker during next month’s special legislative session.
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Useful poker terms:
- BET FOR VALUE - Betting a hand that, in the long run, is expected to win more than it loses. Antonym: BLUFF.
- UNDERDOG - Before all the cards are dealt, a hand that does not figure to be the winner. Ant: FAVORITE.
- LEAK - To show one's hole cards (often unknowingly).
- POT ODDS - The amount of money in the pot divided by the amount of money you must bet in order to call. Often used to determine if a pot offers enough reward to play on the come.
- TRIP - Three of a specific kind, as in "Trip sixes".
- RAIL - A barrier dividing the card playing area from a public area.
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