bet the farm/ranch

American

to spend almost all the money you have on something that you think might bring you success.

TV networks are obviously willing to bet the ranch on special sports events - they paid millions to broadcast the Olympics. (often + on)

• take in hand
• take in someone
• take in something
• take in stride
• take into account
• take into own hands
• take into your own hands
• take in your stride
• take issue with
• take issue with someone
• take it as read
• take it easy
• Take it easy!
• take it for granted
• Take it from me.
• take it into head
• take it into head to
• take it into head to do something
• take it into your head
• take it into your head to
• take it into your head to do something
• take it on the chin
• take-it-or-leave-it
• take it or leave it
• Take it or leave it.