Go somebody’s way
verb
To develop in a way that is beneficial to someone or according to someone's plans.
The football match did not go our team's way, we lost by two goals.
Often appears as...
- things didn't go my way
- the deal may not go your way
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To be decided in favor of someone in a competition or conflict.
The court case went her way, resulting in a big settlement.
Often appears as...
- the verdict went his way
- the election didn't go their way
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To develop in a way that is beneficial to someone or according to someone's plans.
The football match did not go our team's way, we lost by two goals.
Often appears as...
- things didn't go my way
- the deal may not go your way
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To be decided in favor of someone in a competition or conflict.
The court case went her way, resulting in a big settlement.
Often appears as...
- the verdict went his way
- the election didn't go their way
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Outcome
Emphasizes that things turned out positively for someone.
After weeks of searching, the job hunt finally went her way.
Pro Tip 2/3Plan Realization
Used when someone's plans or hopes are fulfilled as they desired.
His proposal was accepted by the committee, so everything went his way.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Can convey relief or satisfaction when things go according to plan.
She smiled with relief as the negotiations finally went her way.
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