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Being out of position means having to act before an opponent on postflop betting streets. This is usually a disadvantage because you must make decisions with less information about what the opponent will do.ExampleIf you defend the big blind against a button raise, you will normally be out of position on the flop, turn and river.

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Published: September 29, 2026
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