tung1 saat3通殺通杀
Jyutpingtung1 saat3
Yaletūng saat
Definition
Dealer takes all in gambling; by extension, to win everything or dominate all options.
- (of gambling) dealer takes all; the house wins everything
- figurativeto sweep the board; to dominate, win, or take all options
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How it's used
Originally a gambling term referring to a dealer winning against all players, it has evolved into a common metaphor for someone or something that is universally successful or appealing. It implies a total victory or a broad reach that leaves no room for competitors. You will often hear it used to describe a person who is popular with all age groups or a product that dominates every segment of the market.
Examples
The dealer wins everything on this round.
He is so successful that he captures the entire market.
Related words
Common phrases
winning everything regardless of the outcome
to dominate the entire scene
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply winning a game. It specifically carries the nuance of a clean sweep where no one else wins, which makes it sound quite aggressive or absolute when applied to non-gambling contexts.
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