whole hog
The phrase "whole hog" is often used to describe doing something completely and without reservation.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To do something thoroughly and without any restraint.
Example
- When planning their wedding, they decided to go whole hog and spare no expense.
- If you're going to renovate your house, you might as well go whole hog and do it right.
B2Decision Making
(informal, idiomatic)To fully commit to a course of action with enthusiasm.
Example
- She went whole hog on her fitness routine, working out every day and eating healthily.
- They went whole hog in their support for the charity, volunteering every weekend.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "whole hog":
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