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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"It suggests making that leap and going for it; something I try to live by."

From BBC • Jun. 13, 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

While the chip giant’s involvement is a sure boon for any AI-adjacent company, Nebius has a lot going for it from a technical standpoint.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

For instance, throughout his time on the sideline, he has been among the more aggressive coaches going for it on fourth downs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

He’s smiling, almost sheepish, as if to say: We’re going for it, but who knows.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel