“All bets are off”

Definition

The situation has changed so much that predictions no longer apply.

Examples

Examples

“If Google changes the rules, all bets are off.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "All bets are off" mean?
"All bets are off" means the situation has changed so much that predictions no longer apply..
How do you use "All bets are off" in a sentence?
Example: "If Google changes the rules, all bets are off."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "All bets are off"?
Ситуация изменилась, и прежние прогнозы больше не работают. / Իրավիճակը այնքան է փոխվել, որ կանխատեսումները այլևս չեն գործում։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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