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in the cards

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

Destined or fated to happen; predicted or foreseen.

idiomatic

Examples

“I don't think⟳ another child is in the cards for them.”
“You will not sell⟳ enough to put⟳ in your eye. It is not in the cards.”
“Sometimes a trip⟳ to the spa is not in the cards, even if your gel manicure has seen waaaay better days. These polish remover tools help⟳ cut⟳ costs and keep⟳ your natural nails looking v nice.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

in the clear in the closet in the clouds in the club in the cold light of day in the course of time

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