semi bluff raise

[Songwind]

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depends on the table and players. Both are acceptable

edit - you do understand why limping sucks here, right?

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Because A9 is easily dominated and you have no idea what's coming behind you? I don't play suited aces UTG (usually) lower than ATs.

If you consider raising with this.. what's your strategy? Are you raising to thin the field and try to get rid of a MP ATo or something? Or do you want a big pot in case your diamonds hit on the flop?