Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
play-your-cards-right
idiom
/pleɪ jʊər kɑrdz raɪt/
Definition
To make the correct decisions or act in a way that gives one the best chance of success.
Examples
- If you play your cards right, you might get that promotion you’ve been wanting.
- She played her cards right in the negotiation and landed a great deal.
- He has a great chance of winning the game if he continues to play his cards right.
Meaning
It means to take advantage of opportunities and make smart choices in a situation to achieve a desired outcome.
Synonyms
- make the most of
- handle appropriately
- take advantage
