| 词汇 | keep cards close to chest |
| 释义 | Idiom keep cards close to chestkeep/play (your) cards close to (your) chest to not tell anyone what you plan to do.I never know what Martin's next move will be. He plays his cards close to his chest. keep (one's) cards close to (one's) chestTo keep one's plans, intentions, or information secret from everyone else. Refers to holding one's playing cards close to one's chest in a game, so as not to allow other players to see one's hand. We're all curious about what the boss has been discussing in those meetings with the lawyers, but she's been keeping her cards close to her chest. Sorry for not being more straightforward about my plans, but I'm keeping my cards close to my chest for the time being. keep (or play) your cards close to your chest (or vest)be extremely secretive and cautious about something. informalThe previous two idioms both refer to a hand of cards in a card game. If you hold all the cards you have a winning hand, while card players who hold their cards close to their bodies ensure that no opponent can look at them. keep/hold/play your cards ˌclose to your ˈchestnot tell others what you are intending to do: He keeps his cards pretty close to his chest. I don’t know whether he plans to buy the house or not. OPPOSITE: show/reveal your hand |
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