To go out on a limb means to take a risk or make a bold statement that is not based on certain knowledge or evidence. It is often used when someone expresses an opinion or makes a decision that is outside the norm or contradicts popular belief.
When someone goes out on a limb, they are expressing a viewpoint that is not widely accepted or supported. They are taking a daring leap, risking criticism or disagreement from others. This slang term implies that the person is willing to be bold and stand alone in their beliefs, even if it means going against the majority.
Example 1: Despite the lack of evidence, John went out on a limb and said that aliens have visited Earth.
Example 2: Sara went out on a limb when she invested all her savings into a startup company that had no proven track record.
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