Indirect bet

An indirect bet or indirect betting occurs when an opponent is betting or raising for another player who is sandbagging a strong hand. It is not considered good play and can get a player in trouble if caught. Indirect betting usually occurs when two players are in cahoots with each other.

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  In

  A player is "in" if he or she is actively participating in a game. This usually ...

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