Meaning of the word "play it by ear" in English
What does "play it by ear" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
play it by ear
US /pleɪ ɪt baɪ ɪr/
UK /pleɪ ɪt baɪ ɪə/
Idiom
to decide how to deal with a situation as it develops, rather than planning in advance
Example:
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We don't have a fixed plan for the trip; we'll just play it by ear.
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I'm not sure what time I'll finish work, so let's just play it by ear for dinner.
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