Opening (pickup)
| Field | Pickup |
|---|---|
| Also known as | the open, opening a set |
| Origin | Common pickup |
| Related | Opener (pickup); Approach; Set (pickup) |
Opening is starting the conversation: the act, not just the line. See Opener for the jargon and approach for the physical step. Direct opener, situational opener, and opinion opener are the three families.
House default: say hello like a human, then direct game if you can.