What does do-or-die mean?
Do-or-die means (idiomatic) Requiring a determined or desperate effort to avoid the consequences of failure (Alternative form of do or die)..
Do-or-die
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(idiomatic) Requiring a determined or desperate effort to avoid the consequences of failure (Alternative form of do or die)..
Example Sentences
At that period the L.N.W.R., with its Webb compounds, was addicted to late arrivals at Carlisle and the Caledonian proceeded to make up the arrears with a "do-or-die" attitude.
The do-or-die mentality gambaru permeates Japanese society, where the pursuit of a goal can carry more significance than the outcome.
This could be our do-or-die moment — with Democrats holding the White House and barely controlling Congress, this may be the country’s last best political opportunity to do something big on the climate.
Synonyms for do-or-die
Antonyms for do-or-die
Related Words
Word Forms
- do or die
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for do-or-die?
Common synonyms include desperate.
What is the opposite of do-or-die?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use do-or-die in a sentence?
At that period the L.N.W.R., with its Webb compounds, was addicted to late arrivals at Carlisle and the Caledonian proceeded to make up the arrears with a "do-or-die" attitude.
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