for keeps

for keeps
a) With an agreement or intention to retain what one gains or receives.

When we gamble at poker, we play for keeps.

b) To compete seriously, with a strong resolve to win or succeed, as in sports or business.

"We both got a job to do. They play for keeps and we play for keeps too," Haggans said.


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  • for keeps — mod. forever. □ Does that mean I’m going to have this scar for keeps? □ This is yours for keeps. Enjoy it …   Dictionary of American slang and colloquial expressions

  • for keeps — informal for ever, or for always Once the army moves in, it will be there for keeps …   English dictionary

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