“Throw caution to the wind”

Definition

To take a risk without worrying too much.

Examples

Examples

“They threw caution to the wind and invested in the startup.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Throw caution to the wind" mean?
"Throw caution to the wind" means to take a risk without worrying too much..
How do you use "Throw caution to the wind" in a sentence?
Example: "They threw caution to the wind and invested in the startup."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Throw caution to the wind"?
Рискнуть, не слишком думая о последствиях. / Ռիսկի դիմել՝ շատ չմտածելով հետևանքների մասին։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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