Have a trick, some more tricks, etc. up your sleeve

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To have a secret plan or method that can be used if needed.

He always has a trick up his sleeve to solve complex math problems.
Visual representation of "have a trick, some more tricks, etc. up your sleeve" - To have a secret plan or method that can be used if needed

Often appears as...

  • keep a trick up one's sleeve
  • pull a trick from one's sleeve

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Idiomatic

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Hidden Advantage

Use it to describe a concealed skill or resource that one can draw upon when needed.

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Despite being underestimated, she had a trick up her sleeve during the debate.
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Strategy Reveal

Mention it when someone reveals a clever strategy to address a problem that wasn’t apparent before.

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When we thought all was lost, our coach pulled a trick from his sleeve.
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Surprise Element

Highlight unexpected solutions or surprise elements in a story or conversation.

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The magician had one more trick up his sleeve, leaving the audience in awe.
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