“Double down” comes from blackjack, where you double your bet on a strong hand,...

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“Double down” comes from blackjack, where you double your bet on a strong hand, doubling the risk and reward. Learners often mistake it for “doing twice as much” in general, but it’s really about committing more when you’re confident