English in a Minute: Phrases with 'cards'

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  This BBC podcast is supported by ads outside the UK.

• 00:06

  This is not the future we were promised.

• 00:09

  Like, how about that for a tech line for the show?

• 00:12

  From the BBC, this is The Interface,

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  the show that explores how tech is rewiring your week and your world.

• 00:19

  This isn't about quarterly earnings or about tech reviews.

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  It's about what technology is actually doing to your work and your politics, your everyday life.

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  and all the bizarre ways people are using the internet.

• 00:32

  Listen on bbc.com or wherever you get your podcasts.

• 00:59

  I brought cake into the office today, so if you play your cards right, I might give you some.

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  If you put or lay your cards on the table, you're open and honest about your intentions or feelings.

• 01:11

  Okay everyone, cards on the table.

• 01:13

  Do we want to continue with this project or not?

• 01:16

  If you keep or hold your cards close to your chest, it's the opposite.

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  You're secretive about your feelings or intentions.

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  I tried talking to him but he's keeping his cards very close to his chest.

• 01:28

  Finally, if something is on the cards, then it might happen.

• 01:33

  A concert tour from my favourite artist might be on the cards this year.

• 01:37

  Fingers crossed!

• 01:38

  OK, all cards on the table.

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