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proverb
Synonym of in for a penny, in for a pound.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
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Synonyms: in for a penny, in for a pound
Antonyms: none provided
History
Alteration of “in for a penny, in for a pound”, adapted to the denominations of the American currency (£ & d → $ & ¢). Nevertheless, “in for a penny, in for a pound” is used in the United States as well.
