in one's back pocket

Language:

Meanings:

1.
International (English)neutral
- Kept physically in the back pocket of one's clothing.
2.
International (English)informalidiomatic
- Held in reserve as an advantage, option, or resource ready to be used when needed.

Examples:

EN: It's comforting to have an ace in one's back pocket.
ES: Es reconfortante tener un as en la manga.

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