I know this old car six ways to Sunday.
six ways to Sunday
idiomThoroughly, completely, in every way imaginable.
The mechanic checked the engine six ways to Sunday before finding the hidden electrical fault.
The committee scrutinized the proposed policy six ways to Sunday, ensuring every potential loophole was closed before they finally granted their approval.
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any given Sunday
On a particular day, an unpredictable outcome can occur.
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cut both ways
To have both benefits and drawbacks.
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deep six
To discard, get rid of, or cancel; to completely put an end to something.
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from here to Sunday
Everywhere; all over the place.
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go their separate ways
Of two or more people, to cease travelling or spending time together; to depart with different destinations.
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have it both ways
Synonym of have one's cake and eat it too.
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hit someone for six
To affect in a devastating way by some unexpected news.
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mend one's ways
To recognise one's failings and attempt to remedy them.