move heaven and earth
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Barry Hearn believes "Sheffield City Council will move heaven and earth" to keep the World Snooker Championship in the city.
From BBC ● May 7, 2024
“We’re doing everything we can to move heaven and earth to help you recover and rebuild and return to your lives,” the president said.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 30, 2023
The text messages being put into evidence tell the heartbreaking story of a woman trying to escape a bad marriage, and of her loyal friends who will move heaven and earth to help her.
From Salon ● Mar. 15, 2023
The Indianapolis Colts would move heaven and earth to deal Matt Ryan, though his hefty contract and poor results probably preclude that from happening.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 29, 2022
“People have gone to war over a beautiful woman. Why not move heaven and earth for one?”
From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby
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