go a long way

Thân thiện

A small amount of dish soap can go a long way.

Definition

1. Verb phrase:
   • To be sufficient or adequate for a period of time or to a certain degree: To last a long time or serve a purpose effectively without needing immediate replacement or addition.
   • To be very helpful or effective: To contribute significantly to achieving a goal or solving a problem.

Usage Examples

• Verb phrase:
  • A little bit of kindness can go a long way in making someone's day better.
  • This large bag of rice should go a long way toward feeding the family for the month.
  • His experience in the field will go a long way in securing the contract for the company.

Advanced Usage

• "to go a long way toward(s) (doing) something": To be a significant factor in achieving a particular result.
  • Your donation will go a long way towards helping us build the new community center.
• "to go a long way with someone": To be very persuasive or effective in influencing a particular person.
  • Honesty and sincerity go a long way with her; she values trust above all.

Variants and Related Words

• Go far: A similar phrase meaning to be very successful or to achieve a lot.
  • With her talent and determination, she is sure to go far in her career.

Synonyms

• Suffice: To be enough or adequate.
• Last: To continue for a period of time.
• Contribute significantly: To be an important factor.

Related Phrases

• Go the extra mile: To make a special effort or do more than is expected.
  • He always goes the extra mile for his clients.

Related Idioms

• A little goes a long way: A small amount is very effective or sufficient.
  • With this strong detergent, a little goes a long way.

Học thuật

Verb

1. suffice or be adequate for a while or to a certain extent