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What phrase means "the minimum you need to take part"?

English Language & Usage Asked by lofidevops on January 8, 2021

A while ago I came across a phrase that succinctly described how a new or existing business might need to offer some basic service in order to compete meaningfully. It may have been sporting or gambling related. The sentiment was similar to a "barrier to entry". It went something like…

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Any ideas?

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You may be thinking of "table stakes".

In its original meaning in poker, the "table stake" is an amount a player has to bet in order to participate in a game.

The term has been adopted in business jargon to mean exactly the concept you're trying to express; the minimum offering to be able to participate in a market.

Correct answer by microtherion on January 8, 2021

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