Here_goes_nothing!_meaning&etymology
# Here goes nothing!
2021-08-02
Tags: #English
# ref.1
Indicates a lack of confidence or certainty about the activity about to be tried.
Well, I checked everything and I think it's wired up correctly, so I guess all that's left is to turn it on. Here goes nothing!
# ref.2
When we are certain the outcome of an/a activity/task will be a failure or when we know we are going to be unsuccessful but we still do it.
When going to give a speech on feminism , for which she wasn't prepared for, Brooklyn whispered to herself: Here goes nothing.
# ref.3
I’m going to attempt this, even though I doubt that I’ll be successful, do well, or enjoy it. Often used somewhat ironically, in a way that indicates optimism despite the possibility of failure.
- "Here goes nothing," he muttered, as he began the final exam.
- My rocket is ready for launch! Here goes nothing!