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whatever it takes

idiom

Anything, including measures which may be extreme or wrongful, that is required to achieve an objective.


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  1. 01

    it takes all kinds to make a world

    Diversity is essential: the world would be incomplete if everyone were alike; an expression of surprise at a person or people's eccentricity.

  2. 02

    it takes one to know one

    Expressing the same underlying character-judgment themes as pot calling the kettle black or set a thief to catch a thief.

  3. 03

    it takes two to make a quarrel

    It takes two or more people to cause a quarrel; one cannot blame an argument entirely on the other side.

  4. 04

    it takes two to tango

    Some things need the active cooperation of two parties; blame is to be laid on both parties in a conflict.

  5. 05

    what it takes

    Everything that is required, especially skill or endurance.

  6. 06

    whatever creams your twinkie

    Do what you will, whatever makes you happy.

  7. 07

    whatever floats your boat

    One should do whatever stimulates one or suits one's inclinations.

  8. 08

    whatever helps you sleep at night

    Believe what you want to believe if it makes you feel better.

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