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Heads Up

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Definition: When a hand of poker is down to only two players, or a game of poker between just two players.
Also Known As: Head to Head
Alternate Spellings: Heads-up
Examples: After Larry was knocked out of the tournament, it was down to just Joe and Mary, who would challenge each other heads up for the big first prize.

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