How is the phrase ein Ass im Ärmel translated from German to English

English translation
Ace up your sleeve
phrase

Ein verborgener Vorteil, der für später aufgehoben wird.

A hidden advantage kept ready for later use.

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  • Sie hatte während der Gespräche noch ein Ass im Ärmel. — She still had an ace up her sleeve during the talks.

  • Heb dir ein Ass im Ärmel für die zweite Runde auf. — Keep an ace up your sleeve for the second round.

  • Hat er ein Ass im Ärmel? — Does he have an ace up his sleeve?

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