idioms involving “game”

Game plan

The intended plan

“The purpose of the weekend management retreat is to come up with a game plan for the product launch.”

Waiting game

To wait, (often, to wait for another to act first)

“We presented our final offer to our customer so now we have to play the waiting game.”

Numbers game

To use numbers to justify one’s actions, (often, to use numbers to confuse others)

“Our new CEO used to be an accountant, so we should be prepared to play number games.”

Play the game

To do as one is told in order to get along with others

“If you want to succeed here, Kato-san, you must learn how to play the game.”

Play games

To deliberately mislead, or to not be serious about something

“Don’t play games with us, Sakamoto-san. Is the company losing money?”