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play it for all it's worth
Language:
Meanings:
1.
US
UK
general
informal
To make the fullest possible use of an opportunity, advantage, or resource in order to obtain the maximum benefit.
2.
US
UK
general
informal
To pursue an action or risk with maximum effort or boldness, often by pressing one's luck or staking everything on a single outcome.
Examples:
EN:
You ought to push your luck and play it for all it's worth.
ES:
Deberías aprovecharla y arriesgarla por lo que merece la pena.
EN:
We should capitalize on this thing- You know, play it for all it's worth.
ES:
Deberíamos sacarle partido, tú sabes, aprovecharlo al máximo.
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