Meaning of the word "lose the horse or win the saddle" in English
What does "lose the horse or win the saddle" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lose the horse or win the saddle
US /luːz ðə hɔːrs ɔːr wɪn ðə ˈsæd.əl/
UK /luːz ðə hɔːs ɔː wɪn ðə ˈsæd.əl/
Idiom
to risk everything on a single venture; to win big or lose everything
Example:
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He decided to invest his entire savings into the startup; it was a case of lose the horse or win the saddle.
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In the final round of the tournament, it's lose the horse or win the saddle for the defending champion.