To decide what to do as the situation develops, rather than making detailed plans
Definition
To decide what to do as the situation develops, rather than making detailed plans
Examples
- I don't know if we'll go out - let's just PLAY IT BY EAR
- We haven't made definite plans - we're PLAYING IT BY EAR
- I'll PLAY IT BY EAR and see how I feel tomorrow
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms:
- improvise
- decide as you go
- wing it
Antonyms: