Poker state (4)

I believe the answer is:

ante

(Other definitions for ante that I've seen before include "Preposition meaning before" , "Stake; before (Lat.)" , "Poker pot starter" , "Stake, bet" , "See what gambler risks" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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