play it by ear

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Verb play it by ear has 1 sense

play it by ear - 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

Description:

The phrase "play it by ear" is an idiomatic expression that means to handle a situation by improvising rather than following a set plan or predetermined course of action. It implies making decisions or taking actions based on the circumstances as they arise instead of relying on a pre-established strategy.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun - Popular:

I didn't have any specific plans for the weekend, so I decided to play it by ear and see what opportunities would come up.

2. Verb - Local:

Whenever we have guests over, my mom prefers to play it by ear and cook something based on their dietary preferences.

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