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Swing for the fences

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Used when someone is attempting something with great determination and effort. SlideHe's swinging for the fences to get that scholarship.
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Implies taking significant risks to achieve a goal, often with an all-or-nothing approach. SlideShe's swinging for the fences by investing all her savings into the new venture.
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Even though it originates from baseball, it's often used in non-sporting contexts to express striving for great success. SlideIn his career, he always swings for the fences.