He injured his hand before the examination and he played it for all it was worth in order to get the exam delayed.
Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.
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Worth, Irene — ▪ 2003 Harriet Elizabeth Abrams American actress (b. June 23, 1915/16, Lincoln, Neb. d. March 10, 2002, New York, N.Y.), had a distinguished half century long international career, especially on the New York City and London stages. Known… … Universalium
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