by any means

1. In any possible way, no matter how, as in By any means I've got to get there. [Late 1400s] Also see by hook or crook; by means of; by no means.

Example Sentences

I don’t by any means have that all solved.

From Los Angeles Times

“Lurker’s” mean-boys drama mostly takes place in Los Angeles, where individuals seeking a career in entertainment by any means necessary abound.

From Los Angeles Times

He’s a person of duty, by any means necessary.

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However grotesque this attempt to maintain power by any means necessary might be, partisan gerrymandering isn’t a new thing; it’s been part of the American system from the beginning.

From Salon

“If I’m really honest, I wanted to get back and play here by any means necessary,” Paul said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• conceivably 
• likely 
• perhaps 
• probably