fan _ flames

📖 general
Meaning
to intensify a conflict or situation
Literal Meaning
to stir or encourage flames
Example
“His comments only served to fan the flames of the argument.”

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all bets are off

The situation has entirely changed, and previous assumptions or agreements no longer apply.

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An all-or-nothing situation where one either achieves complete success or total failure.

all ears

Listening eagerly and attentively.