move heaven and earth

verb

Definitions

  1. To do whatever is necessary, including extreme or unusual actions

    To do whatever is necessary, including extreme or unusual actions; to go to extremes.

    • He would move heaven and earth to make sure his family is healthy.
    • Our policy reflects too little of this. The official line is enduring commitment, and promises to move heaven and earth for those most in danger. But in practice Afghanistan is being swept under the carpet.

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