give full measure

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Definition

Verb phrase: - To perform a task or duty with the utmost effort, dedication, and completeness; to do something as thoroughly and well as possible.

Usage and Examples

The phrase "give full measure" is used to describe performing an action with complete commitment and to the highest standard one is capable of.

  • The team leader asked everyone to give full measure on this critical project.
  • She always gives full measure in her work, paying attention to every detail.
  • As stated in the reference, a theater cast that gives full measure every night performs with maximum energy and commitment for each show.
Advanced Usage and Nuances

The phrase often implies a sense of duty, honor, or professional integrity. It suggests not just doing the minimum required, but exceeding expectations through total effort. * It is frequently used in contexts of performance, service, art, and labor. * The phrase can be used in the past tense ("gave full measure") or with a modal verb ("must give full measure").

Variants and Related Expressions
  • Give one's all: To expend all of one's energy or effort.
  • Go the extra mile: To do more than is strictly required.
  • Pull out all the stops: To use all available resources or make the greatest possible effort.
Synonyms
  • Excel
  • Perform admirably
  • Do one's utmost
  • Exert oneself fully
Antonyms
  • Slack off
  • Do a half-hearted job
  • Shirk one's duty
  • Underperform
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • To give 110%: An idiomatic expression meaning to give more effort than seems possible (often used in sports and business).
  • To leave it all on the field: To have no effort or energy left because one gave everything during a performance or competition.
Verb
  1. perform a task as well as possible
    • The cast gives full measure every night

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