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/Sounds like "tee" (as in "tea") + "RAHR" (as in "rapper") + "seh" (as in "set") + "OON" (as in "Uber") + "LAHN" (as in "lava") + "seh" (as in "set")/

Meaning

To take a shot at something risky, to go for it even with no guarantee of success. In Mexico, tirarse un lance is that moment of courage, asking someone out, pitching a wild idea, or making a move you might regret. No guts, no glory.

Examples

Go for it and ask for her number.

He took a shot with the business and it worked out great.

To study or work intensely late into the night, burning the midnight oil. The expression evokes the historical image of a student hunched over their books by candlelight until their eyes gave out. In Spain it describes that hardcore dedication before a deadline or exam.