Double or quits

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A bet where a person risks losing twice as much or ends the bet without any loss or gain.

He was down to his last dollar at the poker game, so he decided it was time to go double or quits.
Visual representation of "double or quits" - A bet where a person risks losing twice as much or ends the bet without any loss or gain

Often appears as...

  • go double or quits
  • play double or quits

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Risk Awareness

Understand that 'double or quits' involves the risk of losing more or breaking even.

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She decided to go double or quits, knowing she could either lose everything or get back to where she started.
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Gambling Context

'Double or quits' is often used in gambling, where stakes can be high.

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The blackjack player, feeling lucky, shouted 'double or quits!'
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Colloquial Use

The phrase is colloquial; use it in casual conversations rather than formal writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Use
After the friendly game, Joe offered a double or quits round to redeem himself.
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