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Downswing / Upswing

Also: Downswing, upswing

Casino games term

A stretch of continued losing, and a stretch of continued winning.

Even winning players routinely lose over 10,000-hand stretches. This is why you need bankroll management.

Related terms

  • VarianceThe spread of results around the expectation.
  • BRMChoosing your stakes relative to your bankroll so you don't go broke.
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