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Tommy Tran
2020-12-20 07:12
By fair means or foul prepositional phrase
Try to achieve something using whatever means are necessary, even if it is not legitimate or honest
He will try anything to graduate on time, by fair means or foul.
By fair means or foul, they will find a solution for the current issue.
trustworthy, stable, unlikely to fail
If one stands pat on something, he or she sticks firmly to it.
"Macbeth" by Shakespeare. (Image Source: Britannica)
The phrase originates from the early 17th century. It derives from the play Macbeth by Shakespeare, however, Shakespeare's construction was slightly different:
"Fair is foul, foul is fair."
The phrase evolved into today's format during the 18th century.
Do you see anything wrong?
people often do irrational or foolish things when they are in love.
I and my boyfriend have decided to get married in the summer. I don't think that's wise, since we won't have enough money saved by then to set up house. But then, one cannot love and be wise.
