bend over backwards

1. Also, lean over backwards. Exert oneself to the fullest extent, as in Dad bent over backwards so as not to embarrass Stasia's new boyfriend. This phrase transfers the gymnastic feat of a backbend to taking a great deal of trouble for someone or something. [c. 1920] Also see under fall all over.

Example Sentences

Trump got this immunity decision, and he seems to recognize that, as you argue in this book, these six Republican judges are going to bend over backwards to misinterpret the law to help him out.

From Salon

Yet the Trump administration is bending over backwards not to blame Putin.

From Salon

Someone who is not only a former president, but is a leading candidate, a judge is going to bend over backwards to avoid putting him in jail.

From Salon

“We are bending over backwards,” said Patrick McCormick, the head of hiring at the San Francisco Police Department.

From Seattle Times

“If I’m not bending over backwards and am like, ‘Oh my God, I’m so grateful.

From Seattle Times