“Go for Broke” 💥
Definition: Risk everything; shoot the works. Most experts believe this term comes from gambling and dates back to the nineteenth century, indicating staking one’s resources for “all or nothing.” Eric Partridge attributed a more recent origin, suggesting it emerged during World War II. The term “broke” has been synonymous with being bankrupt or without funds since the late seventeenth century.
Related Terms & Similar Expressions 🎲
- “All in”
- “Bet the farm”
- “Shoot the moon”
- “Throw caution to the wind”
- “Take the plunge”
Synonyms 📝
- Gamble
- Risk it all
- Risk everything
Antonyms 🏦
- Play it safe
- Hedge your bets
- Refrain
Humor-filled Quote 😄
“I’m going for broke because even a broken clock is right twice a day.” — ~ Anonymous
Inspirational Quote 🌟
“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” — T.S. Eliot
References 📚
- “The Big Gamble: Risk Takers and Their Wild Bets” - Book by Lucky J. Grinder
- “A Streetcar Named Desire” - Play by Tennessee Williams (Remember Stanley’s: “Stellaaaaa!” moment? He sure went for broke!)
- “Queen’s Gambit” - Novel by Walter Tevis (And Netflix series)
- “Casino Royale” - Movie/Novel featuring James Bond going for broke at the poker table
- “The Gambler” - Song by Kenny Rogers (“You’ve got to know when to hold ’em, know when to fold ’em…”)
Suggested Literature 📖
- “Risk Savvy: How to Make Good Decisions” - By Gerd Gigerenzer
- “The Gambler” - By Fyodor Dostoevsky
Suggested Songs 🎵
- “Eye of the Tiger” - Survivor
- “Take a Chance on Me” - ABBA
Suggested Movies 🎥
- “Maverick” - A western-comedy about a gambler
- “Rounders” - A gripping tale of underground poker
### Which of these phrases means to risk everything?
- [x] Go for broke
- [ ] Keeping it steady
- [ ] Floating on air
- [ ] Painting by numbers
> **Explanation:** "Go for broke" definitely means you're risking it all, diving headfirst into the action. The others? Not quite the risk-takers' lingo!
### What is the origin of "go for broke" mostly believed to be associated with?
- [x] Gambling
- [ ] Gardening
- [ ] Painting
- [ ] Fishing
> **Explanation:** Most experts link "go for broke" to the high-stakes realm of gambling, where one risks it all for the ultimate reward.
### True or False: The term "broke" has meant bankrupt since the late seventeenth century.
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Absolutely true! The term "broke" has conveyed the idea of being without funds or bankrupt going back to as far as the late seventeenth century.
### Which famous literary figure said, "Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go?"
- [ ] William Shakespeare
- [ ] J.K. Rowling
- [x] T.S. Eliot
- [ ] Oscar Wilde
> **Explanation:** This motivational quote comes from T.S. Eliot, reminding us that only by risking too far can we discover our true limits.
A risk worth taking is often an adventure worth reliving. So, in whatever you do, remember to sometimes… go for broke! 🚀
— Chance A. Fortune
