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A poker hand containing five cards of the same suit but not in sequence is called a flush.
When a poker player calls a bet, they are matching the amount of the previous bet or raise made by another player. By doing so, the player contributes the necessary number of chips to the pot to ensure their total contribution is at least equal to that of the preceding bettor.12
Calling signifies that the player remains an active participant in the hand, allowing them to continue competing for the pot. If a player chooses not to call or raise, they must fold, which means they discard their hand and forfeit any further interest in the pot.12