in for a dime, in for a dollar

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  1. Synonym of in for a penny, in for a pound. US
    — In for a dime, in for a dollar, he thought crazily, and said what he had to say in a voice he forced to stay level and calm.

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Alteration of “in for a penny, in for a pound”, adapted to the denominations of the American currency (£ & d → $ & ¢). Nevertheless, “in for a penny, in for a pound” is used in the United States as well.
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