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Published: September 28, 2026
Updated: September 28, 2026
Updated: September 28, 2026
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Slow Roll
A slow roll occurs when a player with an obviously winning hand deliberately delays showing or calling when no meaningful decision remains. It is widely considered poor poker etiquette.
Example
If you hold the unbeatable nuts facing an all-in on the river, waiting a long time before calling purely to create suspense would usually be viewed as a slow roll.