The phrase "overplay one's hand" originated in card games like poker, where it refers to being overly confident and making excessive bets based on a weak hand, leading to negative outcomes.This idiom is used when someone becomes too ambitious or confident, pushing their advantage too far and leading to negative consequences, often in negotiations, business, or relationships.

What is the origin of the idiom "overplay one's hand" and when to use it?

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to [overplay] {one's} hand

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Definition och betydelse av "overplay one's hand"på engelska

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