“Double down” jumps from blackjack, where you double your bet after seeing your...

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“Double down” jumps from blackjack, where you double your bet after seeing your first two cards, betting on a winning hand. Learners often misuse it to mean “do twice as much” generally, but it’s specifically about risking more when odds look good