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The Clue

Prelude to a deal (4 letter answer)

The Answer

ANTE

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Notes

The answer ANTE is very common and appears about once every 22 puzzles.

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Pay to play
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Poker payment
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Stud player's stake
Up-front amount

Definition

ANTE as a noun:

1. (poker) the initial contribution that each player makes to the pot

ANTE as a verb:

1. place one's stake