go it

phrase

1
: to behave in a reckless, excited, or impromptu manner
2
: to proceed in a rapid or furious manner
3
: to conduct one's affairs : act
insists on going it alone

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Finally, the United States should look to cooperate more with its global allies rather than drive them away by going it alone. — Philip H. Gordon, Foreign Affairs, 12 Oct. 2026 And unlike other brands entering the market, L’Agence went it solo. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026 In her second multitasking job on both sides of the camera, Girl Group, Wilson goes it alone as screenwriter, with no pre-existing material to supply the bones. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026 The trade-off is less private space, but at a price for one, with access to a room full of fellow travelers going it alone. — Peter McGraw, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for go it

Word History

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of go it was in 1794

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“Go it.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/go%20it. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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