goes to extraordinary lengths
Tries extremely hard
Goes to extraordinary lengths means putting in far more effort, time, or resources than would normally be expected to achieve something.
The phrase emphasizes exceptional dedication or determination, sometimes to the point of obsession: She goes to extraordinary lengths to avoid conflict.
It can be admiring or critical depending on whether the goal seems worth the effort.
- selflessnessPrioritizing others over oneself
- dedicationWholehearted loyalty to purpose
- bending over backwardsExtreme effort to please
- diligenceCareful, persistent effort
- enduranceSustained effort capacity
blood sweat tears · innovation · exertion · fortitude · against all odds · courage · perseverance · never say die · striving · adaptability · resolve · martyrdom · commitment · lateral thinking · tenacity · resourcefulness · boldness · inventiveness
goes to extraordinary lengthshalfhearted
Lacking sincere commitment
can't be bothered · half-assed · lazy · apathetic · indifferent
goes to extraordinary lengthsperfunctory
Done with minimal effort
cuts corners · careless · cursory · superficial · negligent
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