Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Throw in a few chips, say (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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Expense share
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Payment at a table
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Pot contribution
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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