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Slowplay / Trap (poker)

Also: Slowplay, Slow play, Trap, Sandbag

Poker term

Playing a strong hand weakly so the opponent bets.

Against aggressive players (LAG or maniac), checking a strong hand to let them bet wins more. Example. With top set, KK, on K♠ 8♦ 3♣ against a LAG, check and let them bet. Against players who don't fold it does little, so just bet.

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