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Definition

to act or say something according to political ambition, self-interest, and gamesmanship instead of moral conviction and altruism; to politick

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play the angles

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elbow mentality

An attitude characterized by self-interest and a willingness to priori…

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play the something card

To mention something to obtain some advantage in conversation.

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play a role

To have an effect or influence on a situation or outcome; to contribut…

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shove something down someone's throat

To aggressively and persistently force an opinion, belief or idea upon…

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chalk something up to experience

To take a lesson from a bad outcome instead of grieving it.
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