Play into one’s hands
Synonyms for play into one’s hands
verb put in jeopardy
threaten
expose
imperil
menace
hazard
chance
peril
risk
venture
be careless
chance it
lay on the line
lay open
leave defenseless
leave in the middle
make liable
put at risk
put in danger
put on the spot
subject to loss
stick one’s neck out
Antonyms for play into one’s hands
protect
guard
aid
assist
comfort
help
save
take care
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