What is another word for every man for himself and the devil take the hindmost?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛvɹɪ mˈan fɔː hɪmsˈɛlf and ðə dˈɛvə͡l tˈe͡ɪk ðə hˈa͡ɪndmə͡ʊst] (IPA) 
The phrase "every man for himself and the devil take the hindmost" implies that in a competitive situation, everyone is looking out for their own interests and those who fall behind are left to face the consequences. Similar expressions that convey this idea include "survival of the fittest," "dog-eat-dog," "eat or be eaten," and "cutthroat competition." Another idiom with a similar meaning is "sink or swim," which refers to the notion that those who are capable of handling themselves will survive and succeed while others will be left behind. Ultimately, these phrases highlight the harsh reality of competition and the need to be self-sufficient and driven to succeed.
