Diamond finesse or safe spade play in a notrump contract
In a three no trump deal, the best line may be to start with a safe spade sequence to dislodge West’s club entries before attempting the diamond finesse. If West holds the ace of spades, a later diamond finesse can still reach eleven tricks. if East has the ace of spades, cashing clubs first preserves the contract.
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A cluttered horoscope page offers daily guidance for all zodiac signs. Aries faces potential discomfort and a need to think before speaking while Taurus weighs relatives' requests. Gemini warns of financial caution and emotional detachment to reassess stance. Cancer seeks time with someone special and music tonight. Leo considers a generous offer but may need to handle unrelated issues. Virgo strains at limits with a busy day and social plans. Libra bonds with a loved one and enjoys close connection tonight. Scorpio attends to domestic life with possible changes and reduced criticism. Sagittarius expands plans through conversations, aiming for upbeat outcomes. Capricorn urges forthright problem handling and dinner with someone. Aquarius senses interest and supports optimistic plans with loved ones. Pisces seeks new perspectives and feels invigorated tonight.
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The daily cryptoquote explains a substitution cipher where A stands for L and X for O in a long quote. It provides a sample phrase and references yesterday's quote by Sam Ewing about hard work shaping character with different reactions.
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