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Englishgo all out
Meaning: To make the greatest possible effort.
Example: “For her fortieth birthday, they went all out with a band and fireworks.”
Origin: "All out" meant at full speed or with full effort, a use found from the 19th century, especially in racing.
Equivalents in other languages
Portuguese: mandar bala Literally: To send a bullet
Swedish: ge järnet Literally: Give the iron
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