to [go] the extra mile

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to [go] to any [length]

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to [go] to the ends of the earth

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to [leave] no stone unturned

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to [move] heaven and earth

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The idiom "pull out all the stops" originated from pipe organs, where stops are controls that activate different sets of pipes to produce different sounds. The phrase is mainly used to emphasize the idea of using maximum energy, creativity, and determination, often in the face of a challenging or important endeavor.

to [pull] out all the stops

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to [punch] above {one's} weight

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(at|) full stretch

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to [bend|lean] over backward

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to [bust] {one's} [ass|butt|hump]

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to [do] {one's}  best

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to [do|try] {one's} utmost

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to [give] {sth} {one's} all

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to [go] all out

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to [go] out of {one's} way

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The idiom "put one's best foot forward" dates back to the early 17th century and suggests making a favorable impression by displaying one's finest qualities and effort. It derives from the idea that the first step a person takes can be the most crucial and should be made with care. This expression is often used in various contexts, such as job interviews, social interactions, and competitions, to emphasize the importance of presenting oneself positively and giving one's best effort.

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to [put] {one's} best foot forward

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{not} for (the|) want of trying

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to [give] {sb/sth} {one's} best shot

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to [go] to the wall

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The idiom "best bet" is believed to have originated in the late 19th century, with the first recorded use of the phrase found in the novel "The Light that Failed" from 1891. The expression likely evolved from the concept of betting on a horse race, where selecting the best horse to bet on would be the most advantageous choice. Over time, the phrase has come to be used more broadly to refer to the most reliable or favorable course of action in various contexts.

What is the origin of the idiom "best bet" and when to use it?

the best bet

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to [bust] a gut

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Master English idioms that relate to doing one's best, like "go to the ends of the earth" and "bust a gut".

Doing One's Best

English Idioms for "Doing One's Best"