The idea that in a game-forcing situation, the more quickly you reach game the less interest you have in alternative contracts.
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It is common here to play that West’s 4♥ shows a dead minimum opening. With a heart fit and any sort of willingness to co-operate if East has slam interest, West would bid 3♥ to set the suit and leave room for investigation.