Flush

A flush in poker refers to a hand where all five cards are of the same suit but not in numerical sequence. This term is used across all poker variants.

Understanding a Flush

In poker, a flush is a hand where all five cards are of the same suit, but not in numerical order. If they were in order, the hand would be a straight flush, which ranks higher. The highest possible flush is an Ace-high flush, also known as a "nut flush," and the lowest is a 2-3-4-5-7 of the same suit.

Impact of a Flush on Game Strategy

Having a flush can significantly affect a player's strategy in a poker game. It's a strong hand that often leads to winning the pot. However, the player needs to consider the possibility of opponents having a higher flush or a full house. In games like Texas Hold'em and Omaha, where flushes are more common due to the community cards, players should be cautious when betting aggressively with a low or middle flush.

Example of "Flush"

For example, in a game of Texas Hold'em, if a player has two hearts in their hand and there are three more hearts among the community cards, they have a flush. The player's decision to bet, call, raise, or fold will be significantly influenced by this flush.

• "John was thrilled when he realized he had a flush and decided to raise the bet."
• "Mary had a low flush and decided to call rather than raise, fearing her opponent might have a higher flush."
• "Despite having a flush, Tom decided to fold when his opponent made a large bet, suspecting they might have a full house."