She always keeps her cards close to her chest.What does the underlined idiom mean?
Correct answer: A. To hide her plans
- A. To hide her plans
- B. To be physically weak
- C. To play card games
- D. To trust everyone
Explanation
The correct answer is that the idiom 'keeps her cards close to her chest' refers to the practice of keeping one's plans or intentions secret, akin to a poker player who does not reveal their hand to others. This phrase emphasizes caution and discretion.Option B is incorrect because being physically weak does not relate to secrecy. Option C is also incorrect because playing card games does not capture the essence of the idiom. Finally, Option D is incorrect as it suggests openness and trust, which contrasts with the idea of keeping one's plans hidden.
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