Well, folks, it's time to settle a hot poker debate! If you've been losing sleep wondering if a straight can outshine a 3 of a kind, you can finally rest easy! The simple answer is a resounding "yes"! In the high-stakes world of poker, it's all about the hand hierarchy, and a straight, which is a sequence of 5 cards from any suit, does indeed trump 3 of a kind! So next time you're dealt a straight, don't despair, you've got a stronger hand than you think!