Bad thing to have in a poker game NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Bad thing to have in a poker game" is TELL.
In poker, a 'tell' is a subconscious action or behavior that gives away information about a player's hand. Having a tell is disadvantageous because it can reveal your strategy to opponents, making it a 'bad thing' in the game.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 09, 2026.
A 'tell' is an unconscious action that reveals information about someone's thoughts or intentions.
Something read at a table, Giveaway, "Do ___ ...", Bluffer's giveaway, Divulge
The answer to “Bad thing to have in a poker game” in the New York Times puzzle January 9 2026 is TELL. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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