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Blackjack is a popular casino card game that is also known as 21. The game is played with a standard deck of 52 cards, and the objective is to have a hand that is valued higher than the dealer's hand, without going over 21.

Each player is dealt two cards, and the dealer is also dealt two cards, with one card face-up and one card face-down. The value of each card is determined by its rank, with the number cards valued at their face value, face cards (jacks, queens, and kings) valued at 10, and aces valued at either 1 or 11, depending on which value would be more advantageous for the player.

After the initial deal, each player can choose to "hit" and receive another card, or "stand" and keep their current hand. Players can continue to hit until they decide to stand or they go over 21, at which point they "bust" and lose the game.

Once all the players have finished their turn, the dealer reveals their face-down card and hits or stands based on a set of predetermined rules. If the dealer's hand is higher than the player's hand, the player loses. If the dealer's hand is lower than the player's hand, the player wins. And if the player's and dealer's hands are equal, it is a tie or "push."

In addition to the basic rules, there are also several variations of blackjack that offer different game-play and betting options, such as doubling down, splitting pairs, and insurance. Overall, blackjack is a game that combines strategy, skill, and luck, making it a favourite among casino-goers around the world.

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