Home • H • Have (something) up one`s sleeve

Have (something) up one`s sleeve

To have something kept secretly ready for a good time to use it.

I am not too worried about the meeting as I have something up my sleeve if there are any problems.

Related Idioms

Absence makes the heart grow fonder

We feel more affection for our relatives and friends when we are parted from them. A proverb that... Read more →

Faint heart never won fair lady

These are words of encouragement to shy suitors. They recommend boldness, for none but the brave... Read more →