Bluff your way out
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Deception Required
Bluffing involves creating a misleading impression to avoid difficulty. 
Caught without a ticket, Joe tried to bluff his way out with an old receipt.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Usage
The phrase is informal and best used in casual conversation or storytelling. 
She lost her notes but managed to bluff her way out during the presentation.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Risks
Bluffing can involve stress and risk, as it's about tricking others. 
Even though he bluffed his way out of the situation, he felt guilty afterwards.