poker

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In compulsive behaviors such as repeated handwashing or playing poker machines, the prevailing theory has been that these actions become deeply ingrained habits.

From Science Daily

Kocherha, the radio-electronic support specialist whose call sign means fire poker, said that over two days at least six trucks were destroyed on the road.

From The Wall Street Journal

From a poker straight to genuine shock, Rachel's game face was on par to get her through some serious heat amongst fellow competitors.

From BBC

Videos and memes of Stephen's somewhat unconvincing poker face have gone viral, with clips of his dramatic facial expressions also being widely shared.

From BBC

“And I’m just sitting there trying to keep a poker face: ‘Oh, OK, tell me more.’”

From Los Angeles Times