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Purpose Cuebid - The generalized approach by responder (or advancer)
that the forcing cuebid of opponent's suit enquires partner for additional
information. At this point, the responder's holdings are ambiguous
other than to show game interesting by making a forcing bid.
Bidding |
Meaning |
1D - (P) - 1H - (1S);
P - (P) - 2S |
2S queries opener
for further information, particularly after opener's Forcing Pass |
(1D) - X - (P) - 2D |
2D asks partner for
additional information about strength and identification of longer major
suit. The advancer may have a strong opening hand with a good
suit, choosing to keep bidding low to find the best fit. |
1C - (1H) - X - (P);
2H |
2H rebid by opener
shows additional values, querying doubling responder for additional
information. |
Alternative treatments include Western
Cuebid, Eastern Cuebid,
Limit Plus Raise. Also see
Cuebids. |