Bluff it out

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phrase

To attempt to deceive someone by pretending to be more confident or capable than you really are.

Sam didn't study for the exam, so he had to bluff it out.
Visual representation of "bluff it out" - To attempt to deceive someone by pretending to be more confident or capable than you really are.

Often appears as...

  • bluff it out in a meeting
  • bluff it out in the exam

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Confidence Pretense

Bluffing implies acting more confident than you are to convince others.

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Despite not knowing the answer, she decided to bluff it out with a bold statement.
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Risk Involved

Using 'bluff it out' can be risky; if exposed, it could damage credibility.

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He tried to bluff it out during negotiations, but they called his bluff.
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Short-term Solution

'Bluff it out' is often a temporary fix, not a long-term strategy.

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She managed to bluff it out through the quiz, but knew she had to study harder for finals.
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