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Trump card meaning

What does the saying 'Trump card' mean?

Idiom: Trump card

Meaning:

A trump card is a resource or strategy that is held back for use at a crucial time when it will beat rivals or opponents.
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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