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went 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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"In Brazil, ironically, it was Oscar who got a penalty for nudging Antonelli, but at least he went for it."

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

"I had a very clear opportunity and I went for it," said Piastri, who had widespread sympathy and support from fellow-drivers including Leclerc.

From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025

Cranbury needs to create 265 such units over the next decade, and since the Henry farm was a nearby piece of open land, the township went for it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 2, 2025

At the trade deadline, the Phillies went for it, acquiring Dodger targets outfielder Harrison Bader and closer Jhoan Duran.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 2, 2025

The moment began to get awkward, so Rowan just went for it.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman