pull out all the stops
Example Sentences
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Kimata said he had no option but to pull out all the stops in his final run in a bid to overtake Kimura.
From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026
He told BBC Scotland News: “We’ve got to pull out all the stops and that includes nationalisation.”
From BBC • Sep. 19, 2024
Sometimes, the Dodgers will pull out all the stops to secure a win.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2024
“It’s especially wonderful,” Pennoyer said, “because you can really pull out all the stops and decorate.”
From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2023
Was it any wonder Tim wanted to pull out all the stops to make sure her father’s event tonight got the press’s attention, or that she was willing to do whatever it took to help?
From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau
