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Action refers to the betting activity in a poker hand, including checks, bets, calls, raises and folds. It can also describe a game with frequent betting and large pots.ExampleIf three players raise before the flop and two continue betting after it, the hand has plenty of action.

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Published: September 29, 2026
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