Meaning of the word "have nothing to lose" in English
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have nothing to lose
US /hæv ˈnʌθɪŋ tu luːz/
UK /hæv ˈnʌθɪŋ tu luːz/
Idiom
1.
to be in a situation where you cannot make things worse by trying to achieve something, so you should try
Example:
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I decided to apply for the scholarship; I have nothing to lose.
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Go ahead and ask her out. You have nothing to lose.
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