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play the hand one is dealt

idiom

To use the resources which one actually has available; to operate realistically, within the limits of one's circumstances.


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  1. 01

    as best one can

    In the best possible way, given one's circumstances and abilities.

  2. 02

    as far as one knows

    To the best of one's knowledge, as far as someone knows or possible information to be gathered about the topic, subject, aspect, or situation.

  3. 03

    back of one's hand

    A display of disrespect or scorn.

  4. 04

    back to square one

    Located back at the start, as after a dead end or failure.

  5. 05

    bear a hand

    To make haste; to help quickly.

  6. 06

    beat as one

    To share the same feelings.

  7. 07

    become one flesh

    To join together in marriage; to develop a unifying bond as a result of marrying.

  8. 08

    big hand

    Synonym of minute hand (on a clock face).

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