Bridge
2♦ (waiting)
bid
2♦
2♦ (waiting)
promises
- • no clear positive response
conditions
(none)why
The default response to 2♣. Doesn't promise or deny anything — just keeps bidding low so opener can describe their powerhouse.
what happens next
Opener now describes their hand: 2NT with 22-24 balanced, a suit bid with a long suit, or 3NT with 25-27.
partner
Uncontested — what happens next if the opponent passes.