poker face

Example Sentences

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Everyone says I've got a bit of a poker face - so they never know how I'm feeling and stuff.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

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

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

BERKELEY, Calif. — Djouvensky Schlenbaker has perfected the poker face.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 11, 2023

As for me, I keep a poker face and don’t look at my dad as I pass.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman