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play the political card

Idiom Politics

Meaning

to use a political issue to one’s advantage

Example Sentences

"The minister tried to play the political card to gain public sympathy."

Related Expressions

the grass is always greener on the other side

other situations always seem better than your own

sound bite

a short and catchy quote used in media coverage

go for the jugular

to attack someone's most vulnerable point

raise the bar

to set a higher standard or level of quality

keep up with the times

to stay updated or adapt to modern trends

own the mistake

to take responsibility for doing something wrong