Cards Idioms
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Meaning: To claim or present yourself as a victim to gain sympathy or advantage.
Example: She played the victim card when the team questioned her repeated mistakes. Read more ➺
Meaning: A neutral facial expression that hides feelings or thoughts.
Example: She heard the verdict but kept a poker face, so no one knew what she really felt. Read more ➺
Meaning: Carry out a clever trick or deception to fool someone.
Example: The salesman tried to pull a fast one by charging me for an extra feature I didn't want. Read more ➺
Meaning: To replicate the actions of someone else, typically because they are seen as a model or leader.
Example: After seeing the team's success, many companies decided to follow suit and adopt similar strategies. Read more ➺
Meaning: a valuable resource that may be used, especially as a surprise, in order to gain an advantage.
Example: During the trial, the lawyer pulled out a surprise witness as his trump card, completely turning the case around. Read more ➺
Meaning: a valuable resource or piece of information kept in reserve until it is needed.
Example: In negotiations, he always had an ace in the hole to secure the best deal. Read more ➺
Meaning: a stock issued by a well-established, financially sound company with a history of reliable earnings and regular dividend payments.
Example: Investors often seek out blue-chip stocks like Coca-Cola and IBM for their portfolios. Read more ➺
Meaning: making a valuable contribution to a group, company, or individual.
Example: I wish to bring to the table the issue of the current tax regime and how it affects our businesses. Read more ➺
Meaning: a powerful, secretive weapon that people can use to their benefit.
Example: "I am wondering how Kellen is going to get her dad to take her on a trip, but I am pretty sure she has an ace up her sleeve." Read more ➺
Meaning: be in a winning position.
Example: Agriculture-wise, the Green Revolution holds all the aces. Read more ➺
