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Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: On the cards

What does it mean?

Likely to happen.

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral.

When do you use it?

Use it for future possibilities.

Examples

Example 1: We need to on the cards the problem before Friday.

Example 2: She on the cards the issue quickly and everyone was relieved.

Question for you

When would you use "On the cards" in real life?

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On the cards means likely to happen. If you want to talk about predictions naturally, we can practise them in online lessons. Another prediction phrase is I bet you. Find out more here.