# do one's damnedest

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/do-ones-damnedest
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

To do one's utmost; to make every effort or to try every possible approach or way.

## Examples

- I will do my damnedest to finish this work today.
- The team knew the deadline was tight, but they promised to do their damnedest to complete the project on time.
- Despite the overwhelming odds against his success, the young lawyer vowed to do his damnedest to secure a fair trial for his client.

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