go the whole hog

The phrase "go the whole hog" means to do something to the maximum or complete extent possible. It implies giving full effort, not holding back, and fully committing to a task or activity. It originated from the idea of butchering a pig, where one would use all parts of the animal instead of just a portion. Therefore, it suggests going all the way, without any compromise or reservation.


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