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for good and all

idiom
Meaning

In a way that is conclusive and final.


Examples
SIMPLE

He decided to quit smoking for good and all.

CONTEXTUAL

After the constant arguments, they ended their business partnership for good and all.

COMPLEX

The government passed the new law to resolve the long-standing border dispute for good and all, ensuring lasting peace for the region.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    a good deal

    Very much; to a great extent; a lot; lots.

  2. 02

    all good

    It's all good.

  3. 03

    but good

    To a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.

  4. 04

    come from a good place

    To be motivated by decency, kindness, or good intentions.

  5. 05

    deal a good hand

    To assign favorable circumstances in life to someone.

  6. 06

    do well by doing good

    To achieve social acceptance or financial success as a result of behaving in a benevolent or charitable manner.

  7. 07

    get out while the getting's good

    To sell all or part of one's holdings in stocks, real estate, a business, etc. while conditions are good, particularly in anticipation of a drop in prices.

  8. 08

    give a good account of oneself

    To act in a creditable manner.

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