English Explanatory Dictionary

bend over backwards

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make a great effort; to take extraordinary care; to go to great lengths.
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see bend over, backwards.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

bend over backwards bends over backwards bending over backwards bent over backwards bend over backward

Synonyms

lean over backwards go to great lengths go to the ends of the earth jump through hoops move heaven and earth spare no effort

Related words

backbend redouble reflect reflex retroflex tryhard
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