through thick and thin

through thick and thin
through thick and thin
1. In spite of all obstacles
2. Without any wavering
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Main Entry:thick

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through thick and thin phrase
in all situations, especially the most difficult ones

My friends have stood by me through thick and thin.

Thesaurus: all the time and alwayssynonym
Main entry: thick

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under all circumstances, no matter how difficult

they stuck together through thick and thin

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through thick and thin
: through many difficult times over a long period

She stood by me through thick and thin.

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Main Entry:thick
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through thick and thin — see thick, 3
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Main Entry:thin

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through ˌthick and ˈthin idiom
even when there are problems or difficulties

He's supported the team for over ten years through thick and thin.

In marriage, you have to stick together through thick and thin.

Main entry:thickidiom

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