What is another word for bridge declaration?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪd͡ʒ dˌɛkləɹˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Bridge declaration is a term used in the card game of Contract Bridge to refer to a bid that bridges the gap between one's previous bid and the next level of bidding. This bid is typically made when a player's hand has insufficient strength to make a direct bid for the next level but has more points than the previous bid.
There are several synonyms for the term bridge declaration, including bridge bid, bridging bid, intermediate bid, in-between bid, and spacer bid. These terms are all used to describe a bid that is made to indicate a hand that is slightly stronger than the previous bid's requirement but not strong enough to make a direct bid for the next level. Ultimately, the purpose of a bridge declaration is to keep the bidding process moving smoothly while ensuring that all players understand the relative strength of each player's hand.
