play it cool

To pretend you're not as anxious as you really are; usually used in terms of dating, deals, or any life-altering events.

Dude let HER call YOU, it's only been two days-- play it cool.

by Douglas Young November 27, 2007

Play it cool

To try to act normal or to blend in with the environment/other people. This is usually to prevent getting into danger or trouble.

Example 1: Hey, we gotta play it cool, we're in gang territory.
Example 2: If you don't play it cool you might get in trouble.

by BigBoi Gaming December 10, 2019