go out of one's way
To make an extra effort, so as to help or hinder.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“She goes out of her way to help new students.”
“My neighbor went out of his way to drive me to the airport when my car broke down.”
“The dedicated teacher consistently went out of her way to provide extra resources for students who struggled with the difficult material.”
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
Last updated August 10, 2026