Pulling out all the stops

Pulling out all the stops Use all the resources or force at one’s disposal, as in The police pulled out all the stops to find the thief. This term comes from organ-playing, which means “bring into play every rank of pipes,” thereby creating the fullest possible...

to throw in the towel

to throw in the towel “To throw in the towel” – phrase of throw – means to abandon a struggle, and to admit defeat. (of boxers or their ‘seconds’) throw a towel or sponge into the ring as a token of defeat. SAMPLE SENTENCES:...