How to Pronounce "move heaven and earth"
expression
MOOV HEV-uhn and URTH
MOOV HEV-uhn and URTH
Definition
To try everything possible, or make a huge effort, in order to achieve something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmuv/ /ˈhɛvən/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɝθ
British English
mˈuːv/ /hˈɛvən/ /ˈænd/ /ˈɜːθ
Simplified Pronunciation
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MOOV HEV-uhn and URTH
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MOOV HEV-uhn and URTH
Listen in Context
She would move heaven and earth to protect her children.
I will move heaven and earth to get tickets for the concert.
They moved heaven and earth to finish the project on time.
If you ever need help, I'll move heaven and earth for you.