as en la manga
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as en la manga
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (figurative) (idiom) (hidden advantage)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
a. ace up one's sleeve (figurative) (idiom)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
Si tienes un as bajo la manga, ahora es el momento de usarlo.If you have an ace up your sleeve, now's the time to use it.
b. ace in the hole (figurative) (idiom)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
Mis enemigos no sabían que yo tenía un as bajo la manga.My enemies didn't know I had an ace in the hole.
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