Move heaven and earth meaning
What does the saying 'Move heaven and earth' mean?
Idiom: Move heaven and earth
Meaning:
This expression indicates a person's determined intention of getting a work done in spite of all odds he may face. He will use all and every means to accomplish the target. Example: He moved heaven and earth to get his literary work recognised by the committee of experts.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Religion |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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