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Double or quits

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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.

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