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.