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A bluff is a bet or raise made with a hand that is unlikely to win at showdown, with the aim of making better hands fold. Successful bluffing depends on range, board texture, bet size and opponent tendencies.ExampleYou miss a straight draw on the river but make a large bet representing a strong made hand. If a better hand folds, the bluff has worked.

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Published: September 29, 2026
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