doubles down
Increases the bet
To double down is to strengthen one's commitment to a position, strategy, or course of action, especially after facing criticism or setbacks.
The term originates from blackjack, where players can double their initial bet in exchange for receiving only one more card.
In broader usage, it typically carries a critical tone, suggesting stubbornness rather than wisdom: Even after the scandal broke, the senator doubled down on her denials.
Someone who doubles down refuses to back off or admit error.
- assertionConfident statement of fact
- insistenceUnyielding demand for something
- courageFortitude facing danger
- resolveFirmness of purpose
- boldnessFearless readiness to act
determination · steadfastness · resilience · confidence · defense · digs in · entrenchment · emphasis · tenacity · fortitude · defiance · no retreat · escalation · audacity · decisiveness · all in · grit · conviction
doubles downbacks off
Withdraws from pressure
backs down · retreats · gives up · relents · caves
doubles downrecants
Formally withdraws statements
retracts · backtracks · concedes · reconsiders · apologizes
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