the hard way

a little of something goes a long way

Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.

all the way to Egery and back

The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.

bone hard

As hard as a bone, rock hard.

by the way

Irrelevantly, off-topic.

cold hard cash

Money, regarded as an incentive that can override any doubts or ethical concerns.

come a long way

To make significant progress.

cry all the way to the bank

To be happy due to the receipt of money, but sad about the cause.

die hard

Of a living being, to die only after a desperate struggle for life.