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go for (the) gold
go for (the) gold
To pursue or attempt to achieve the very best possible outcome or reward from some activity, task, or endeavor. A reference to winning a gold medal at a competition, especially for athletics. You have to go for the gold in every aspect of your business if you want to be successful. John: "I'm off to compete in the pie-eating contest." Doug: "Go for gold!"
Common Names:
Name | Gender | Pronounced | Usage |
Narcissus | | nar-SIS-əs (English) | Greek Mythology (Latinized), Late Roman, Biblical |
Prue | | PROO | English |
Shevon | | shə-VAWN (English) | Irish, English (Rare) |
Aminah (1) | | - | Arabic, Malay, Indonesian |
Janele | | jə-NEL | English (Rare) |
Joyce | | JOIS | English |