Before the storm reached the camp, the sergeant kept the powder dry, knowing a single wet cartridge could ruin the whole defense.

The quartermaster, keeping the powder dry, moved the barrels into a covered shed before the storm.

When asked about his plans for expansion, the CEO chose to keep the powder dry until the market clarified.

At the market, I compared several five-spice powders before choosing the one with the most balanced aroma.

The clinic recently switched several patients to dry powder inhalers to improve medication adherence during their daily routines.

In politics, one kept one's powder dry until the moment was right.

Keeping one's powder dry, the negotiator waited for a better offer before committing.

One keeps one's powder dry during a long campaign to avoid acting prematurely.

In negotiations, it's wise to keep one's powder dry until the other side reveals its hand.