I'm looking for a phrase/idiom that represents when you increase your chances of winning some sort of gamble (or event with multiple possible outcomes) by saturating the field with bets. E.g. shotgunning your resume or playing the field with romantic interests.
Learn English – Phrase/Idiom for increasing odds of winning by placing multiple bets
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I've always been a fan of "Hedge one's bets".
And does seem to be used when literally betting on things:
And they include this example: