Go for Broke.
English
idiom
To take a big risk to succeed, even if you might fail.
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To take a big risk to succeed, even if you might fail.
Trusted by1.5M+English learners & teachers worldwide
To risk everything in a bold, all-or-nothing attempt to succeed.
When you go for broke, you commit fully to a high-stakes effort with no holding back, accepting that you could lose everything or gain everything.
It is used when someone decides to make a maximum effort with no safety net.
"Throw Caution to the Wind"
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Acting boldly and ignoring the risks to pursue something you want spontaneously
"All In"
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Fully committed to a course of action, especially in a poker or betting context
"Go for Broke"
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Risking everything in a maximum, all-or-nothing attempt at success
The conservative approach isn't working — what do you think we should do?
I think it's time to go for broke — launch the full campaign and see what sticks.
I have one last chance to pitch this idea — should I hold something back?
Go for broke — give them everything you have. You may not get another shot.
How did you end up winning the competition?
I just went for broke in the final round — threw in every idea I had left.
