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going for it

VERB

take a risk

Synonyms

WEAK

bet the farm bet the ranch exert oneself go all out go for broke pull out all the stops put one's heart and soul into it shoot the works use every muscle

Example Sentences

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Beneath the surface, Japan has much more going for it, and for investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

That might be the best thing the stock has going for it.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

I know the words, I know the beats, and I’m just kind of going for it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

"When you're pushing the forehand it is not effective - you need to continue going for it and it'll click," Cash added.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

That town didn’t have much going for it.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson