[lay one's cards on the table] or [lay down one's cards] or [put one's cards on the table] {v. phr.}, {informal} To let someone know your position and interest openly; […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

flash card

[flash card] {n.} A card with numbers or words on it that is used in teaching, a class. * /The teacher used flash cards to drill the class in addition./ […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

play one's cards right

[play one's cards right] or [play one's cards well] {v. phr.}, {informal} To use abilities and opportunities so as to be successful; act cleverly; make the best use of your […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

bingo card

[bingo card] {n.}, {slang} A response card, bound into a periodical, containing numbers keyed to editorial or advertising matter, giving the reader the opportunity to send for further information by […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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Bill Nye

(1850-1896) U.S. humorist We are both great men, but I have succeeded better in keeping it a profound secret than he has.

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flare up

[flare up] {v.} 1. To burn brightly for a short time especially after having died down. * /The fire flared up again and then […]

urban homesteading

[urban homesteading] {n.}, {informal} Renovation and occupation through cooperative ownership by tenants of previously […]