He has a talent, so he plays it for all it's worth.
play it for all it's worth
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She knows the boss likes her ideas, so she plays it for all it's worth to get a promotion.
Recognizing the sudden surge in public interest, the author played it for all it's worth, scheduling back-to-back interviews and signing sessions across the country.
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all it's cracked up to be
As good as claims or reputation would suggest.
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all one's life's worth
A momentous matter; a very serious risk; a difficult task or situation.
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child's play
Something particularly easy or simple.
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dime's worth
An insignificant amount
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go play in the traffic
To go elsewhere and feel free to engage in risky behavior; to get lost.
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grandstand play
A successful play or other manoeuvre during a sporting competition in which one or more players shows off unnecessarily in order to entertain or impress the spectators.
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hold-up play
A play where an attacker retains possession of the ball, while the teammates can move up the field.
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if it's all the same
If it makes no difference; if nobody minds; if it doesn't bother anyone.
Last updated July 12, 2026