Nothing ventured, nothing gained

1. If you don't risk anything, you won't gain anything.

Idioms and Phrases

One must take risks to achieve something, as in They quit their jobs, packed up, and moved to Wisconsin, saying “nothing ventured, nothing gained.” Although this adage has appeared in slightly different form since the late 1300s, it was first recorded in this form only in 1624. For another version, see no pain, no gain.

Example Sentences

"But nothing ventured, nothing gained."

From BBC

“I walked up and said, ‘Nothing ventured, nothing gained,’” Krack remembered with a smile.

From Los Angeles Times

“Nothing ventured, nothing gained,” he said.

From Washington Post

She adds cheerfully: “Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”

From Seattle Times

Lilia reminded them of what their mother, a clothing designer, used to say: “Nothing ventured. Nothing gained.”

From Los Angeles Times