to the nth degree

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to the nth degree (not comparable)

  1. (idiomatic) As much as possible, to the greatest extent.
    • 2014 December 18, The Guardian (US):
      Asnicar said forensic officers were examining the Murray Street house, an operation he said which could take “several days” ... This will be done to the nth degree and we will cover every angle.
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