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play one's cards right play (one's) cards rightTo act adeptly and with good judgment; to make the best and most effective use of the resources at one's disposal. The bosses have been impressed with your work so far. If you keep playing your cards right, you could see a promotion inside of a year. I'm really hoping Janet will agree to go on a second date, but I'll have to play my cards right tonight!See also: card, play, rightplay one's cards rightMake good use of one's resources or strategies, as in She played her cards right and got a promotion. [Mid-1700s] See also: card, play, right |