put your cards on the table
US /pʊt jʊər kɑrdz ɑn ðə ˈteɪ.bəl/
UK /pʊt jʊər kɑrdz ɑn ðə ˈteɪ.bəl/
1.
to reveal one's intentions, plans, or resources openly and honestly
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It's time to put your cards on the table and tell us what you really want.
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Before we make any decisions, I need everyone to put their cards on the table.