Poker Glossary
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Value

Value refers to betting to extract chips when ahead.

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Value refers to betting to extract chips when ahead.

Explanation. Value betting means betting strong hands to get called by worse holdings. It involves sizing properly to balance fold equity and maximize profit. Recognizing value spots—like thin top pair or nut-equity hands—is key to consistent +EV results in intermediate and advanced play.

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