Meaning of for all money | Babel Free

Definitions

Very probably; almost certainly; in all likelihood.

Australia, New-Zealand, UK, informal

Examples

“Sydney, meanwhile, looked gone for all money against Geelong but a freak Nick Davis goal in the last minute, plucking the ball out of a crowded ruck, got them through to a preliminary final with St Kilda, which Sydney won comfortably.”

“In Adelaide in the second Test, England batted first and reached 551 for six[…] Australia managed 513 in reply – a draw, then, for all money.”

“Nicko looked in fine fettle with not one drop of sweat. Thankfully, Stilts was dripping profusely and looked for all money like he was about to faint. At least I'm not alone.”

CEFR level