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1.
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general
informal
To remain calm and composed in a stressful, embarrassing, or exciting situation in order to avoid drawing attention or escalating matters.
2.
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general
informal
colloquial
To feign indifference or restraint about one's feelings or intentions, often to conceal interest or to increase another person's interest.
3.
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general
informal
To handle a delicate or potentially volatile situation with tact and restraint rather than by impulsive or emotional action.
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