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play it by ear
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play it by earverb
decide on one's actions as one goes along, depending on the situation
"She didn't know what to expect from her new job, so she played it by ear"
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play it by ear
"Play it by ear" is an idiomatic phrase that means to decide how to proceed with a situation based on circumstances as they evolve, rather than having a detailed plan in advance. Essentially, it involves responding spontaneously or improvising as new information or changes occur.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of play it by ear in Chaldean Numerology is: 2
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of play it by ear in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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