Synonyms for go to great lengths
go to great lengths

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1. go to great lengthsverb

   Synonyms:
   bend over backwards

2. go to great lengthsverb

   To make a major effort; to be very careful when doing something, especially to an extreme or excessive degree.

   Synonyms:
   bend over backwards

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1. Carolyn Maloney:

   It is becoming increasingly clear that not only did the team fail to protect employees, but the NFL went to great lengths to prevent the truth about this toxic work environment from coming to light, the NFL’s decision to cover up these abuses raises serious questions about its commitment to setting workplace standards that keep employees safe. I commend these victims for their bravery in coming forward to share their stories.

2. Vashawnda McLean:

   Someone went through great lengths in this case, we believe, to stage an accidental drowning, it is clear that the person or persons involved had an intimate relationship with Edith Sax, that they knew intricacies concerning the home and her schedule.

3. Barron County:

   Jayme was the target, the suspect had specific intentions to kidnap Jayme and went to great lengths to prepare to take her.

4. Kristian Bush:

   Those are fans, not only fans, they were out in front! We had gone to great lengths to create [a space for] fans who are the best fans to be in the front. It was supposed to be everything you want from your favorite band, and it was. And you can’t call those people? That was weird.

5. Andy Beshear:

   PBMs were originally established to help companies and government programs better manage pharmacy costs, but have grown into powerful industry middlemen that go to great lengths to hide and complicate drug pricing information.