idiom
keep your cards close to your chest
KEEP yer KARDZ KLOHZ too yer CHEST
kiːp jər kɑːrdz kloʊs tuː jər tʃɛstListen
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Syllable breakdown
keepyourcardsclosetoyourchest
Dictionary meaning
keep your plans, intentions, or information secret so that others cannot take advantage of your position; from card games where revealing your hand gives opponents an advantage
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