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What is In Position in poker?

In Position

Being in position means that you are the last to act in each round of betting. Generally this is the button, or dealer, position unless the button folds. If you’re in position on another player, you’re acting after them in a particular betting round.

“I like to play more aggressively when I’m in position, as opposed to out-of-position.”

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