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don't bet on it

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Don't bet on it.  (informal) also I wouldn't bet on it. (informal)
something that you say when you do not think that something is likely to happen or to be true 'Do you think the builders will finish by Friday?' 'I wouldn't bet on it.'
See also: bet

don't bet on it
you should not believe this is likely He says he'll play again next season, but don't bet on it.
Opposite of: (you can) bet on it
See also: bet


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I know the industry will try to say this too shall pass, but don't bet on it.
EL SEGUNDO - Jamie Storr is in and Felix Potvin is out - but don't bet on it staying that way for long.
As for whether the musical trio of titans might extend their tour to other parts of the country, don't bet on it.
 
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