play it cool

Examples (10)

• When he saw his crush at the party, he tried to play it cool.
• During the negotiation, her best strategy was to play it cool, even though she really wanted the deal.
• Even when the microphone failed, the singer played it cool and continued a cappella.
• My advice is to just play it cool when you meet her; don't seem too eager.
• The suspect was playing it cool during the questioning, but the detective wasn't fooled.
• I was furious inside, but I knew I had to play it cool in front of my boss.
• It's hard to play it cool when you've just won the lottery.
• She has learned to play it cool in meetings, never revealing her strategy too early.
• No matter what they ask in the interview, I'm going to play it cool and stay calm.
• He was secretly thrilled with the invitation but played it cool and replied a day later.