to keep one's powder dry

Definition & Meaning of "keep one's powder dry"

to keep one's powder dry
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*** remain cautious and ready for a possible emergency.

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I think some potential candidates are going to keep their powder dry and see how it's playing out.
They do n't know how the election will turn out, so for now they're just keeping their powder dry.
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