“Bend over backwards”

Definition

To try very hard to help or please someone.

Examples

Examples

“We bent over backwards to meet the deadline.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Bend over backwards" mean?
"Bend over backwards" means to try very hard to help or please someone..
How do you use "Bend over backwards" in a sentence?
Example: "We bent over backwards to meet the deadline."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Bend over backwards"?
Из кожи вон лезть, чтобы помочь/угодить. / Ամեն ինչ անել՝ օգնելու կամ հաճոյանալու համար։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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