give 110%

give 110%

To put forth the absolute maximum amount of effort or energy possible (i.e., even more than is usually required or seems possible). We're going to have to give 110% if we want to get this project finished by the deadline. A win today secures our spot in the championship, so go out there and give 110%!
See also: give
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • at the very least
  • go forth
  • at the least
  • do or die
  • do or die, to
  • from this/that day forth
  • straight low
  • the straight low
  • give forth with
  • give forth with (something)
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The passion and intensity that Pete brought to the game of baseball has inspired many kids of his and future generations to give 110%, no matter what they are doing.
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You have to understand that when you play against other teams who are in the middle of the table or lower, this team will play against you and give 110% to beat you."
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We know we have to improve - the players have to give 110%, and everyone's got to get behind us."
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I will knuckle down and give 110% for Middlesbrough.
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Since he's going to do a whole lot of sprinting and quick changes of direction, he very obviously always has to be in prime condition and ready to give 110% at all times.
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City have won the cup for the past two seasons, and Powell said: "Bangor, as a club, have a great pedigree in the cup, having been to Europe so many times, and, because of our recent experiences, the lads will not need any motivating and will give 110%.
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I am a carer myself and give 110% to the children I care for.
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Neville will always give 110% but his distribution has to be questioned.
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He added: "In all fairness to Al, he was a local lad and every time he set foot on to the pitch he'd give 110%.
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"It's a massive boost to my confidence to know that I'm still in the international fold and if I get the chance to play a part in the game then I will, as always, give 110%."
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"He deserves to play regularly, but I felt I couldn't guarantee him thatwith the recent excellent defensive signings, but wherever he plays he will always give 110%."
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"I just want to do as well as I can in the game, give 110% every time and to make a name for myself."
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