[Big_Jim]

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Bets like this will get torn apart vs good players.

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I use bets like this semi-frequently. I use them in the following situations:

a) With a draw vs. weak villian who will let me see the river for cheap, but who will bet more than I would if I check.
b) With a big hand that I'm not worried about being drawn out on vs. a weak player who I'm pretty sure is drawing.
c) With a big hand vs. a strong player to induce a bluff.
d) With a draw/bluff vs. a strong player after I've busted him with c.