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\"Poker\" <\/p>\n

Poker is a card game in which players independently try to assemble a winning hand of cards, traditionally by placing cash or chips (representing money) into the pot. When it is a player’s turn to act, he can raise or fold his hand. He can also say “check” to pass his turn and continue to watch the action.<\/p>\n

A player may also use body language to show whether he is holding a good hand or just bluffing. These revealing actions are called tells and can include the player’s breathing patterns, facial expressions, and the tone and manner of his speech.<\/p>\n

The game has become more popular in the 21st century, in part due to the invention of online poker and hole-card cameras that make it possible for players to see the cards their opponents are holding. In addition, the popularity of poker tournaments has increased as a spectator sport.<\/p>\n

There are hundreds of variations of poker, but most follow the same basic game play. Each person is dealt four cards. When betting begins, a third card is placed on the table, usually face-up, and another round of betting takes place. If he has a good poker hand, a player will raise his bets. If he has a weak one, he will lower his bets. A poker hand must consist of five cards of consecutive rank, but can include more than one suit; for example, an Ace, Two, Three, Four and Five would form a straight.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Poker is a card game in which players independently try to assemble a winning hand of cards, traditionally by placing cash or chips (representing money) into the pot. When it is a player’s turn to act, he can raise or fold his hand. 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