idiom
poker face
POH-ker FAYS
ˈpoʊkər feɪsListen
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Syllable breakdown
pokerface
Dictionary meaning
an expressionless face that conceals one's thoughts, emotions, or intentions; a deliberately neutral demeanor used to prevent others from reading what you are thinking or feeling, especially in negotiations or high-stakes situations; from the card game poker where concealing one's hand strength is critical
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