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What does "vest" mean?
play (it) close to the vest
âEtymology: in allusion to the way a card player holds a hand of cards so they cannot be seen by others
- to be reserved, secretive, etc.; keep (one's plans, thoughts, etc.) to oneself
- to take no risks; be cautious, conservative, etc.
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