“Double down” comes from blackjack: you double your bet after the first two...

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“Double down” comes from blackjack: you double your bet after the first two cards, betting on a strong hand. Learners often say “double up,” which isn’t right—double down means commit more risk, not just multiply something. Use it when you’re all in.