bet the farm
Example Sentences
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Either way, Trey Mangum says not to bet the farm on “Hacks” just yet: “ ‘Shrinking’ is coming off of its buzziest season yet, so I wouldn’t count out the upset here.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2026
You can bet the farm on this week’s Slate News Quiz.
From Slate ● Feb. 7, 2025
Most people would bet the farm on the fact that they're in for life.
From Salon ● Nov. 4, 2021
We should seek free trade through patience and steady diplomacy, but we shouldn’t bet the farm on agriculture exports.
From Washington Post ● May 21, 2019
"I'll bet the farm against your lame shoulder she never got your letter," declared Uncle John.
From Aunt Jane's Nieces at Millville by L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum
