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by any means

/baɪ ˈeni miːnz/

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phrase

/baɪ ˈeni miːnz/B2formal
  • ruВыражение, означающее использование любого необходимого метода или ресурса, часто подразумевающее решимость или отчаяние для достижения цели.

An expression meaning using whatever method or resource is necessary, often implying determination or desperation to achieve a goal.

  1. In any possible wayB2formal

    Using whatever method or resource is necessary to achieve something.

    ruЛюбыми средствами

    • We must finish this project by any means necessary.
    • He was determined to succeed by any means.
    • They tried to win the contract by any means available.
  2. Emphatic denial or negationB2informal

    Used to emphasize that something is not true or not possible.

    ruНи в коем случае

    • I am not offended by any means.
    • This is not a simple problem by any means.
    • She is not a beginner by any means; she has years of experience.