Use surrounding words to infer when 'bluff your way into' implies deception or simple exaggeration. He didn't know anyone, but he used his charm to bluff his way into the exclusive party.
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Situational Use
This phrase fits scenarios where access requires qualifications or permission otherwise lacking. She pretended to be a journalist and bluffed her way into the press conference.
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Colloquial Tone
'Bluff your way into' carries a casual tone, not suitable for very formal or serious contexts. I just bluffed my way into the club, telling them I was friends with the DJ.