Leave no stone unturned

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To explore every possible option or avenue in order to achieve a goal or find something.

He left no stone unturned while searching for a job after his graduation.
Visual representation of "leave no stone unturned" - To explore every possible option or avenue in order to achieve a goal or find something.

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  • investigators left no stone unturned
  • he left no stone unturned

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Idiomatic

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Total Commitment

Implies a deep dedication to finding a solution or attaining a goal.

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For her research project, she left no stone unturned to find the original documents.
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Metaphorical Use

Used figuratively to express a thorough search, not literally turning over rocks.

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The detective left no stone unturned in hunting for clues.
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Intensive Effort

Suggests very intense and exhaustive efforts have been made.

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The team left no stone unturned in their preparation for the championship game.
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