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Ante off

Games; Poker

In tournament play, to force an absent player to continue paying antes, blinds, bring-ins, or other forced bets so that the contest remains fair to the other players. Go ahead and take that phone ...

Drag light

Games; Poker

To pull chips away from the pot to indicate that you don't have enough money to cover a bet. If you win, the amount is ignored. If you lose, you must cover the amount from your pocket. This is not ...

Going south

Games; Poker

To sneak a portion of your chips from the table while the game is underway. The intent is to reduce the stakes you have at risk. Normally prohibited in public card rooms. Also "ratholing".

Ranked match

Games; Poker

Matchmaking based on finding people who have a similar skill level in a particular game. Ranked acceptable when space is restricted.

Quick match

Games; Poker

Matchmaking based on finding a game immediately. Quick acceptable when space is restricted.

Preferred player

Games; Poker

A person to whom a gamer has given a positive player review.

Xbox LIVE primetime

Games; Poker

Xbox LIVE offering that showcases server based events and prizes for the Xbox LIVE community.

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