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Hold/keep/play your cards close to your chest

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Secretive Strategy

Indicates keeping strategies or plans secret to gain advantage or avoid showing weaknesses.

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Negotiating for a raise, she played her cards close to her chest, revealing little about her other job offers.
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Cautious Sharing

Suggests being careful with what information you share to prevent giving others an advantage.

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In the game of diplomacy, the ambassador held his cards close to his chest, not giving away his country's intentions.
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Competitive Contexts

Commonly used in situations involving competition, like business, sports, or games.

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The poker player kept his cards close to his chest, making it hard for opponents to guess his hand.
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