IDIOMS
World of sports
IN ENGLISH, THE BUSINESS WORLD DRAWS SIGNIFICANT INSPIRATION FROM THE WORLD OF SPORTS, WHICH IS REFLECTED IN MANY COMMONLY USED EXPRESSIONS. WE HAVE COMPILED A LIST OF OVER 130 SUCH EXPRESSIONS, COMPLETE WITH EXPLANATIONS AND EXAMPLES.
LEAVE IT ALL ON THE FIELD.
This expression is used when a person, team, or organization must give maximum effort, commitment, and energy to a task, project, or objective, holding nothing back. It is often used in situations involving tight deadlines, high pressure, or high-stakes outcomes.
The expression originates in the world of sports, particularly team sports played on a field. While it is also commonly used for sports such as hockey or basketball, the meaning is universally understood, with 'field' referring broadly to the playing surface rather than a literal field.
Examples of use in a business context:
With the deadline fast approaching, we must leave it all on the field or risk losing this client.
If we want to avoid having this office closed, we must leave it all on the field to meet our objectives.
If we do not raise the necessary capital, we cannot launch. We must leave it all on the field over the next few months by meeting as many investors as possible.
