He always plays the victim card when he makes a mistake.
play the something card
idiomTo mention something to obtain some advantage in conversation.
When the manager asked why the report was late, she played the busy card to avoid taking responsibility.
During the heated negotiation, the politician played the patriotism card to distract the public from the underlying economic failures of his proposal.
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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card of ten
A bold front, an instance of standing one's ground.
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chalk something up to experience
To take a lesson from a bad outcome instead of grieving it.
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child's play
Something particularly easy or simple.
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drawing card
Synonym of drawcard (“something that attracts patronage to a place or an event”).
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get out of jail free card
A certain privilege or advantage that provides relief from an undesirable situation or immunity from punishment or consequences.
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get something over with
To proceed to do something as soon as possible, especially so as to have something unpleasant behind oneself.
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give someone something to think about
To threaten or provide a challenge to.
Last updated April 17, 2026