Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-any-means
idiomatic expression
/baɪ ˈɛni miːnz/
Definition
Used to express that something is acceptable or permissible in any way or manner.
Examples
- We need to finish this project by any means necessary.
- She was determined to win the competition by any means.
Meaning
The phrase ‘by any means’ indicates that any method or approach is valid or allowed to achieve a specific goal or outcome.
Synonyms
- at any cost
- by all means
- in any way
