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leave no stone unturned
/liːv noʊ stoʊn ʌnˈtɜːrnd/◆idiom
to make every possible effort
The detective left no stone unturned in his investigation.
The detective made every possible effort to solve the case.
informal
To make every possible effort to achieve something, especially by examining all available options or possibilities.
She left no stone unturned in her search for the perfect job.
She made every possible effort to find the perfect job.
The team left no stone unturned to find a solution to the problem.
The team exhausted all possible options to solve the problem.
This idiom is often used to emphasize thoroughness and determination.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use this idiom when you want to emphasize that someone has been very thorough and determined in their efforts.
Gold Rule
Rule of Thoroughness
This idiom is used to describe someone who has made every possible effort to achieve a goal, often by examining all available options.
Word Origin
The phrase originates from the literal act of turning over stones to find something hidden underneath, symbolizing thoroughness and diligence.
Usage Notes
This idiom is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe someone who is very thorough and determined in their efforts.
English Dictionary