not going anywhere

Definitions

1. 1

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see not, go, anywhere.

2. 2

   Able to be disregarded and dealt with later.

   • You shouldn't get too anxious about your vacation next month. The beach is not going anywhere.
   • There is no need to hurry. If Bahadur was bombed as the television program said, then it is not going anywhere. If the Katyushas were also bombed and the cave was breeched, that is also not going anywhere.
   • Again, college is not going anywhere, and a change in direction can always happen at a later date. Regardless of the ultimate decision to go or not to go, make an action plan with discrete goals, and a timeline for achieving these goals.
3. 3

   Dependable

   Dependable; not inclined to leave or bail out unexpectedly.

   • You can count on me. I'm not going anywhere.
   • Music has a huge influence on just about everything around us. No matter how people try to disrespect it or reject it, it's not going anywhere. It's here to stay.
   • He told me that when he said those wedding vows, that he meant it and he was not going anywhere.
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   1. 4

      Not making progress.

      • My research is not going anywhere.
      • His career is not going anywhere.

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