for all money

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