poker face

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Cahillane, a 6-foot-tall marathoner who sports a shock of white hair and a practiced poker face, was a seasoned food executive, fresh off the successful breakup of another food company: Kellogg.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

In what appears to be a homage to Elvis Presley's "Jailhouse Rock," she strides into her cell with a commanding presence and a possibly suspicious agenda—despite her impeccable poker face.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2025

They will then attempt to put on a poker face and head out into the results room to take their seats on the front row, the rest of us still clueless about the result.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2024

A good poker face has historically been as integral to appearing presidential as a firm handshake or stiff suit.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2024

Archie was careful to keep his poker face, intent on not betraying an emotion.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier