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Also, lean over backwards . Exert oneself to the fullest extent, as in Dad bent over backwards so as not to embarrass Stasia's new boyfriend . This phrase transfers the gymnastic feat of a backbend to taking a great deal of trouble for someone or something. [c. 1920] Also see under fall all over .Advertisement
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