leave no stone unturned

Idioms  

1. Make every possible effort, use every possible source or resource. For example, To raise ten thousand dollars to keep the shelter open, we must leave no stone unturned. This expression alludes to an ancient Greek legend about a general who buried a large treasure in his tent when he was defeated in battle. Those seeking the treasure consulted the Oracle of Delphi, who advised them to move every stone. The present form dates from the mid-1500s.

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Example Sentences

Medicaid is a needs-based program, with strict financial requirements, so leave no stone unturned.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

"The government will leave no stone unturned to conduct the election in a clean, fair, fearless, and peaceful manner," Sushila Karki, the interim prime minister, said late Tuesday.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

An investigator’s job is to leave no stone unturned, no matter how distant from subject or crime, and Epstein dedicated his socialite life to amassing a heap of pebbles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

He said he hoped the arrest sends out a message that police "will leave no stone unturned in identifying those who engage in such unacceptable behaviour – no matter how long it takes".

From BBC • Aug. 28, 2025

Finally, let me assure the public that we will leave no stone unturned in our search for those who committed this heinous act.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed

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