Shot clock

Also: action clock, time bank chips

A per-decision timer used in many high-roller and televised tournaments, typically 30 seconds, backed by a small number of time-bank chips each worth an extra 30 seconds. It keeps play moving and prevents endless tanking.

Example. The Super High Roller Bowl uses a 30-second shot clock with time-bank extensions.

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