Idiom
bet your bottom dollar
Meanings
To be extremely sure that something is true or will happen.
Definition
Used to say you are completely sure something will happen or be true.
“Bet your bottom dollar” is an idiom meaning you feel very certain about something. It emphasizes strong confidence, as if you would risk your last dollar on it. It is often used in casual spoken English to make a firm prediction or claim.
Examples
- You can bet your bottom dollar they’ll be late again.
- I bet your bottom dollar she knows the answer.
- Bet your bottom dollar the price will go up next month.
- If he says he’ll help, you can bet your bottom dollar he will.
- Bet your bottom dollar this plan won’t work without more time.
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