Play into someone's hands meaning
What does the saying 'Play into someone's hands' mean?
Idiom: Play into someone's hands
Meaning:
If you play into someone's hands, you do what they were expecting you to do and take advantage of this.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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