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Worker's Hand

  1. Noun

    The pocket cards 9-5, either suited or offsuit.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The nickname originates from the fact that 9am-5pm is a common work shift for many professions.

    SAMPLE HAND:

    EXAMPLE: "I had the worker's hand and decided to call a bet. I hadn't seen a flop in a while and wanted to play a little."

    APPLIES TO: Online and Land-based Venues

    GAME CATEGORY: Shared Card Games

    SYNONYMS: Dolly Parton, Office Hours

  2. Noun

    A nine-high straight, the straight 9-8-7-6-5.

    SAMPLE HAND:

    EXAMPLE: "I took down the pot with the worker's hand."

    APPLIES TO: Online and Land-based Venues

    SYNONYMS: Dolly Parton, Office Hours

    RELATED TERMS: Straight




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