tripleton
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of tripleton
Example Sentences
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But if East had started with a tripleton heart, he might — probably would — have played his cards in a different sequence.
From New York Times ● Jul. 26, 2013
Instead declarer decided to play on hearts, cashing his ace and playing a second round to dummy’s queen, which was the correct percentage play, gaining against a doubleton or tripleton jack with East.
From New York Times ● Jan. 16, 2013
Since West was a favorite to hold the spade king, declarer had to decide if it was a doubleton or a tripleton.
From New York Times ● Jul. 4, 2012
West cashed his diamond ace and continued with the diamond eight, East playing high-low to show his tripleton.
From New York Times ● Dec. 12, 2010
West plays the spade three on the first round, and East must immediately decide whether that is from the 8-7-3 tripleton or the 3-2 doubleton.
From New York Times ● Apr. 28, 2010
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