Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
play one's cards
idiom
/pleɪ wʌnz kɑrdz/
Definition
To use one’s resources or advantages effectively in a situation or to reveal one’s intentions strategically.
Examples
- She knew she had to play her cards well to get the promotion.
- He decided to play his cards close to his chest during the negotiations.
- In the competition, she played her cards wisely to come out on top.
Meaning
The phrase means to act strategically based on your resources or knowledge in a given situation.
Synonyms
- strategize
- manage
- navigate
- manipulate
