Definition
To reveal one's intentions, feelings, or plans openly and honestly.
摊牌；坦诚地表达自己的想法和意图
After the negotiations reached a stalemate, he decided to lay his cards on the table and stated his bottom line directly.
在谈判陷入僵局后，他决定摊牌，直接说出了他的底线。
I felt it was time to put my cards on the table, so I told her my true feelings about the relationship.
我觉得是时候坦诚相待了，所以我告诉了她我对这段关系的真实感受。
During the interview, I laid my cards on the table, explaining my expectations and goals for the position.
在面试中，我摊牌了，解释了我对这个职位的期望和目标。