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Double means two. But why would you “double down?”
DOUBLE DOWN
D: Anna, I took your advice. I asked my soccer coach if he could cut our practice hours.
A: Practicing three days a week is way too much. Good for you!
D: No. Bad for me! He doubled down. Now we have to practice four days a week!
A: Sorry. At least you’ll be in shape.
D: Or injured!
When you “double down,” you strengthen your position or strategy, even if it’s a risky one. This expression comes from the card game blackjack. “Doubling down” involves doubling your bet at a risky point in the game.
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